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Overview Of Peru

Peru is one of the more interesting countries found in South America. This Andean nation counts as its neighbors: Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Chile and Bolivia. Despite its size, Peru is a wonderfully diverse country home to many varieties of terrain and climate. Peru is home to vast stretches of Amazon rainforest, impressive deserts such as the Atacama Desert, and of course, the Andes, second in size only to the mighty Himalayas.

Peru is known to many as the "Land of the Incas'. This title however fails to take into account the many other important indigenous groups who made an impact upon Peru such as the Chavin, the Moche and the Wari to name a few. As you travel through this impressive country you will have a chance to see some of the works of these past peoples: Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, the Sechin Ruins and the Sillustani Ruins. There are of course many other interesting sites of interest spread throughout Peru.

While studying Spanish in Peru you will have a chance to discover an amazing country. Each region of Peru is very different from the others. Half of Peru is home to the Peruvian Amazon Basin. The numbers of plant, animal and insect species is absolutely amazing!

Peru however is most well known for the Andes. The starting point for any exploration of the Andes is Cusco, a beautiful Spanish colonial city that once was home to the imperial seat of the Inca Empire. Today this magnificent city is the most popular destination in Peru. Just an hour flight from Lima, Cusco is a fascinating mix of Inca stonework and Spanish colonial architecture. Throughout the city one can find excellent examples of Inca ruins and some amazing Spanish colonial architecture. Make sure you stop by the Cathedral in the Plaza de Armas. It is said the Cathedral is home to the premier collection of Spanish colonial artwork in the Western Hemisphere.

Just outside Cusco lies a the impressive Sacred Valley of the Incas. A trip to this valley is a must for any visitor to Cusco. The scenery is spectacular and some of the stops along they way are absolutely fascinating. Will visiting such interesting sites such as Pisac and Ollantaytambo you will also see mountains rising over 20,000ft into the air. Besides impressive scenery and old Inca sites the valley is home to some great market towns as well. Stop by and pick up rugs, pottery or any number of other interesting items.

The highlight for many visitors to Peru of course is Machu Picchu. Check with the staff at our Spanish language schools for information about how to visit this mysterious place. You have three ways in which to get to Machu Picchu. You can take a helicopter, hike the Inca Trail, or take the train. If you are in great shape and have 3-4 days, hike the Inca Trail. It will be an experience you will never forget. The vast majority of visitors to Machu Picchu however will take the 4 hour train ride to the site. Most trips will be a day trip. Check with the Spanish language school to see about setting up an overnight trip. The extra time spent in the location is well worth it.

Peru-Spanish.com and Spanish Abroad, Inc. are confident that Peru will be a fantastic place to study and learn Spanish. The Spanish language schools are top quality and Peru itself offers our Spanish language students the chance to experience a country full of culture, nature and history.

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