Peru
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Overview
Peru (official name: the Republic of Peru) is a country located in the western part of South America. It is a vast country covering an area of 1,285,216 km² (20th) which makes it the 20th largest country in the world. Population wise it ranks 41st and its estimated population in 2005 was 27,968,000. Peru is bound on the west by the Pacific Ocean and on other sides by Ecuador and Colombia to the north, Brazil to the east, Bolivia to the south-east, and Chile to the south. Peru has a long history and the Inca Empire took birth in Peru. It is also home to many ethnic social groups displaying cultural diversities.
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Hotels and lodging
Hotels in Peru are as varied as the country's landscapes and people. Luxury five-star hotels are available in Lima, and luxurious botique and historical hotels, monasteries and haciends are a rewarding way to visit Cusco and the Machu Picchu area.
Eco lodges in the Peruvian Amazon provide a comfortable, up-close look into the wildlife of the world's largest rainforest.
Small family-run hotels in Peru are perhaps the most intimate way to get to know the country, that is, exept for an adventurous home stay where you'll come to understand the culture of Peru first hand with a Peruvian family.
Attractions
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Shopping
Maps and transportation
Getting to Peru
- Travel Peru and Bolivia by bus Ride the Toad! Travel your own way on Peru's only hop on hop off bus. We offer you greater freedom and flexibility as you backpack around Peru and Bolivia.
Exploring Peru
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Practical information and resources
Restaurants
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Nightlife
Photo gallery
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Everything else
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External resources
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