LIMA 505 fasl masl Peru’s main airport for international and 3 days 154 domestic flights “Discover all the cities that reside within the city of Lima, where the faces, cultures, festivals, and flavors of Peru gather together.” Lima is a city where food is a religion and whose temples are its inviting seafood, Amazonian and Andean restaurants as well as those that serve a fusion of traditional Peruvian flavors with others from around the world. Department of Lima a. Sunset in the Main Square of Lima b. Ocean and modernity meet in Miraflores c. Lima is the gastronomic capital of South America d. Museums amass centuries of history Lima is an entertaining, friendly and gourmet city. It was the most prized jewel of the Spanish colonies and for 300 years the richest city in the Americas. Instead of raising palaces for its kings, Lima built grand churches that guard valuable collections of masterpieces and constructed mansions for the aristocracy. Its historic downtown was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1991, yet it is much more than this illustrious title –a very vibrant and interesting place to visit. Lima is also a city of fascinating museums that exhibit treasures that were uncovered at archeological sites from fascinating pre-Hispanic cultures. Then again, there is also the district of 4 G. Shibayama / PP G. a. Mild Max. temp: 26.1 ºC / 78.98 ºF Type Min. temp: 14.6 ºC / 58.28 ºF of rain: JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC M. d’Auriol M. W. Silvera / PP W. b. N. Chappell / PP N. c. d. Miraflores, lying on the shores of the can take a boat ride to visit sea lions Pacific Ocean, facing both the open sea and marine birds that find shelter and modern life, where avant-garde on the Palomino Islands, and, for the condominiums rise sparkling into the sky more adventuresome, sail out to the and glittering shopping malls are within continental shelf and watch whales walking distance of each other. You can sporting in the waves. South of the city also find such modernity in San Isidro, is Pachacámac 2 , an eye catching with its lovely residential neighborhoods, pre-Hispanic complex that was site of large parks, and restaurants and open air the most important pilgrimage shrine cafes filled with lively conversations. in ancient Peru. And a short distance The outskirts of Lima also have their fair north sits Caral 3 , the oldest city in the share of attractions. From Callao 1 you Americas, built 5,000 years ago. 5 D. Silva / PP THE NORTH M. Tweddle / PP TRUJILLO 112 fasl 34 masl 50 min. 8 hr. 3 days (from Lima) (from Lima) “Make a stop in Trujillo and marvel at its noble architecture and ancient wonders.” ASCOPE 3 TRUJILLO 1 2 Department of La Libertad a. Newly discovered idols in Chan Chan b. Colonial windows, city of Trujillo c. Seductive marinera dance No other city in Peru has mansions as lovely as Trujillo does. Its downtown is full of splendid examples of Colonial and Republican (19th century) architecture. Stunningly pastel colored, huge and luxurious mansions are decked out with magnificent balconies, elegant portals and spacious entryways, though their distinctiveness is seen in striking windows that are adorned on the outside with decorative iron bars. Like few capitals, Trujillo places everything at your fingertips. It could even be said that several smaller cities coexist within the same geographic space: exquisite 8 W. Silvera / PP W. a. Warm Max. temp: 25.8 ºC / 78.44 ºF Type Min. temp: 14.1 ºC / 57.38 ºF of rain: JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC D. Silva / PP D. D. Giribaldi / PP D. b. Trujillo is called “the capital city of the marinera” because of its famous dance contests and skilled dancers – men and women of all ages with the rhythm of the dance pulsing in their veins. c. sections with Colonial architecture, the Sun and of the Moon), the former other sectors with discreet touches being the biggest mud pyramid in Peru of modernity, as well as a scattering and the latter exhibiting drawings of its of regal pre-Hispanic temples confer principal gods on the walls. Also, north it the air of a world class city. For of the city, lies the El Brujo 3 (The instance, Trujillo has Chan Chan 1 , the Wizard) an archeological complex that largest pre-Columbian mud city (15 safeguarded the mummy of a female square miles). ruler, the Governess of Cao, whose A short distance from Trujillo, two spider and snake tattoos drawn on her temple mounds lay: Huaca del Sol arms have amazed the world. and Huaca de la Luna 2 (Temples of 9 CHICLAYO 151 fasl 1 hr. 12 hr. 2 days 46 masl (from Lima) (from Lima) “Visit Chiclayo and relive ancient legends of powerful lords who ruled kingdoms in these lands between the desert and the sea.” Chiclayo, capital of the department of Lambayeque, is a stone’s throw from 1 2 gorgeous beaches, important 6 archeological complexes, and 4 3 CHICLAYO peaceful wildlife refuges. 5 Department of Lambayeque a. Traditional reed boats in Pimentel b. Luxurious golden chest plate, Lord of Sipán c. Spectacled bear in Chaparrí d. Tucume pyramids, archeological wonder On top of the desert sands and in the midst of valleys, ancient civilizations constructed sacred pyramids. But it was not until 1987, the year of the discovery of the Lord of Sipán (the most grandiose tomb in the Americas) that the world took notice of the importance of these temple mounds, fallen from grace on the outside but hiding splendor in the inside: Sicán 1 , Túcume 2 and Chotuna 3 to name a few. As a result of the recovery, world class museums, the best in Peru, like the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum 4 , have been built. 10 H. Plenge / PP H. a. Warm Max. temp: 30.1 ºC / 86.18 ºF Type Min. temp: 15.1 ºC / 59.18 ºF of rain: JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC H. Plenge H. Museo Tumbas Reales de Sipán Tumbas Museo b. c. H. Plenge / PP H. d. Not as visible as the temple mounds tiny crafts, known as caballitos de totora but equally important is the cuisine of (little reed horses), return to the beaches Lambayeque and its use of foodstuffs under the setting afternoon sun just as that have been passed down through they have for 3,000 years. generations, like butternut squash and Another site that combines history and chicha de jora (a sort of corn beer). nature is the Chaparrí Forest 6 , 1.5 And we can certainly trace the people’s hours from Chiclayo. It is heaven on warmth back for centuries to the genetic earth, where you can see among carob memory of the ancient Mochica. tree branches, spectacled bears, deer Living history, heavy with ocean breezes, and pumas as well as ancient religious is there, too, in fishermen’s coves like sanctuaries displaying sophisticated Pimentel 5 and Santa Rosa, where the rock paintings. 11 CAJAMARCA 8,922 fasl 1 hr. 13 hr. 3 days 2,720 masl (from Lima) (from Lima) “Enjoy Cajamarca, a city dressed up in tradition, color and rustic charm.” There are three ingredients that you can find in Cajamarca that turn it into an unforgettable destination: magnificent Spanish Colonial architecture, a striking countryside and a rich past. 3 2 1 CAJAMARCA Department of 4 Cajamarca a. Experiential tourism in the Porcón Farm b. Cajamarca is the capital of the Peruvian Carnival c. Cajamarca countryside d. Detail of the Bethlehem Church façade Travelers in search of lovely countrysides or traces of history will no doubt find what they are looking for in this idyllic Andean setting. Fields of green grass are the backdrop to this charming city, which raises the country’s best cattle, makes the country’s best cheese and boasts the largest production of dairy products in Peru. You will not want to miss out on its three hundred year old Baroque Cathedral, the Bethlehem Church, –an architectural jewel featuring three different styles: Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance – or the legendary Ransom Room, 12 M. d’Auriol / PP M. a. Mild Max. temp: 22.1 ºC / 71.78 ºF Type Min. temp: 3.1 ºC / 37.58 ºF of rain: JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC F. Castello / PP F. M. d’Auriol / PP M. b. C. Sala / PP C. c. d. where the Incan emperor, Atahualpa, Inca), Ventanillas de Otuzco 1 , an paid dearly for his gullibility in gold archeological complex, the tree filled and silver of immeasurable worth. Granja Porcón 2 where vicuñas and All of these sites are located within a deer run free, and the charming and few paces of each other, in downtown colorful farm shires of Celendín 3 and Cajamarca. Llacanora. And if you love adventure, Yet, if you are of a more intrepid spirit and then do not fail to visit Cumbemayo 4 , want to experience something different a striking stone forest with petroglyphs from the urban, then your reward and confounding canals that exudes promises to be great since around historical extravagance, a delight to the Cajamarca are various destinations spirit and pride of this beloved land. like the Baños del Inca (Baths of the 13 TARAPOTO 1,093 fasl 333 masl 1 hr. 10 min. 25 hr. 3 days (from Lima) (from Lima) “Delight yourself and give free rein to your senses in this land of lagoons and dreamy MOYOBAMBA waterfalls.” 1 2 7 3 Tarapoto 4 5 In contrast to other cities found in our steamy Amazon, Tarapoto is relatively easy to get to and boasts an excellent network 6 of roads that connects it with the outlying communities and several other cities.