Peru | History and culture

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Peru, a land of natural wonders, rich history and vibrant culture, presents itself as an ideal setting for the global film industry. From the snow-capped peaks of the Andes to the vast Amazon jungle, to the warm and beautiful cities of the coast, Peru offers a diversity of locations that capture the imagination.
FILM IN PERU is PROMPERÚ's strategy dedicated to opening these doors to the world, showing everything that Peru has to offer filmmakers and audiovisual producers.

FILM IN PERU, unexpected locations where all stories are possible. 

Useful information

These are important facts about the Peruvian territory.

Capital:

Lima

Weather:

25 - 32°C

Daylight:

12:00 h

Currency:

Soles Peruanos

Language:

Spanish

Voltage:

220W

Extension:

1,285 million km²

Population:

33 millions

Location

Peru is located in the western part of the South American continent. It borders Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile and the Pacific Ocean.

Regions

Coast
Coast

Coast

The entire area that borders the Pacific Ocean. Its climate is temperate with moderate warmth, but with high humidity and dense fog in winter.

In summer, there is very little fog and the temperature reaches 30 °C.

Andes
Andes

Andes

The Peruvian highlands are made up of the Andes Mountain Range, from north to south. This region presents an intermediate vegetation between the desert coast and the tropical forest.

The mountain climate ranges from temperate to cold, depending on the altitude.

Rainforest
Rainforest

Rainforest

The Peruvian jungle is part of the Amazon. This area has one of the greatest biodiversities in the world. Its rainy tropical climate allows for exuberant vegetation.

In addition, it is hot all year round, although there is less rain during the winter.

Explore our locations

Petroglyphs of Toro Muerto | Arequipa
Andes

Petroglyphs of Toro Muerto

Toro Muerto, in Castilla, is a vast petroglyph museum that connects with ancient cultures.

Arequipa

Pachacamac (archaeological sanctuary and site museum) | Lima
Coast

Pachacamac (archaeological sanctuary and site museum)

Pachacamac, “soul of the earth”, is an ancient ceremonial center near Lima.

Lima

Santa Cruz - Llanganuco | Ancash
Coast

Santa Cruz - Llanganuco

Santa Cruz in Llanganuco invites you to discover its trails, lagoons and unique landscapes.

Áncash

Wetlands of Ite | Tacna
Coast

Wetlands of Ite

In Tacna, the Ite Wetlands are a natural refuge with 126 species of birds. This ecosystem, full of green landscapes and agricultural fields, offers a unique experience in harmony with nature.

Tacna

Reserva Nacional Pacaya Samiria | Loreto
Rainforest

Reserva Nacional Pacaya Samiria

Explore the incredible biodiversity of the Amazon

Loreto

Historic Center of Arequipa | Arequipa
Andes

Historic Center of Arequipa

Arequipa, in the south of Peru, stands out for its beautiful Colca Canyon and its varied gastronomy, with delicious heirloom dishes.

Arequipa

Luquina Chico | Puno
Andes

Luquina Chico

In Luquina Chico, next to the Titicaca, the Aymara people invite you to live their ancestral traditions.

Puno

Alto Shilcayo Natural Viewpoint | San Martín
Rainforest

Alto Shilcayo Natural Viewpoint

The Alto Shilcayo viewpoint, in San Martin, offers unique views of mountains and green landscapes.

San Martín

Lares | Cusco
Andes

Lares

The Lares Valley, in Urubamba, is a paradise with glacial lakes and Quechua-speaking traditions.

Cusco

Pukara Archeological Complex and Pukara Lithic Museum | Puno
Andes

Pukara Archeological Complex and Pukara Lithic Museum

"Pukara, cradle of the clay “toritos”, fuses history, ceramics and ancestral architecture.

Puno

Leymebamba Museum | Amazonas
Rainforest

Leymebamba Museum

The Leymebamba Museum houses more than 200 mummies that reveal the Chachapoya legacy.

Amazonas

Taquile | Puno
Andes

Taquile

In Taquile, Lake Titicaca reveals art, history and ancient culture at every step.

Puno

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