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

Abra Malaga | Cusco
Andes

Abra Malaga

Abra Malaga Thastayoc Royal Cinclodes is a high altitude mountain pass in Cusco, Peru.

Cusco

Lares | Cusco
Andes

Lares

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

Cusco

Tarata | Tacna
Coast

Tarata

Tarata, in Tacna, fuses nature, history and tradition with impressive landscapes.

Tacna

Gocta waterfall | Amazonas
Rainforest

Gocta waterfall

The Gocta waterfall, more than 700 meters high, is a natural jewel in the Amazon.

Amazonas

Larco Museum | Lima
Coast

Larco Museum

The Larco Museum, a jewel of Lima, transports you to 5,000 years of history and ancestral art.

Lima

El Brujo | La Libertad
Coast

El Brujo

The El Brujo Archaeological Complex in Trujillo reveals the rich history of northern Peru.

La Libertad

Manu National Park | Cusco y Madre de Dios
Rainforest

Manu National Park

Manu National Park, a paradise of biodiversity and millenary cultures.

Cusco

Amazon River | Loreto
Rainforest

Amazon River

The Amazon, source of life and luxury, connects snow-capped peaks with the infinite jungle.

Loreto

Museums of Lima | Lima
Coast

Museums of Lima

Lima, a journey into the past and art, where its museums reveal the soul of Peru.

Lima

Loreto Rainforest Cruise | Loreto
Rainforest

Loreto Rainforest Cruise

Pink dolphins, anacondas, alligators, capybaras and lots of adventure.

Loreto

District of Shapaja | San Martin
Rainforest

District of Shapaja

Shapaja, at 214 m along the Huallaga River, is an agricultural and fishing district of San Martin.

San Martín

Uros | Puno
Andes

Uros

The floating totora reed islands in Titicaca are a paradise of art and living tradition.

Puno

Airports List

  • National Airport A. National
  • International Airport A. International
  • Aerodromes Aerodrome

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