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

Reserva Nacional Pacaya Samiria | Loreto
Rainforest

Reserva Nacional Pacaya Samiria

Explore the incredible biodiversity of the Amazon

Loreto

Mount Salkantay | Cusco
Andes

Mount Salkantay

60 km from Cusco, the Mount Salkantay fascinates with its ice, green fields and turquoise lagoons.

Cusco

Tumbes Forest | Tumbes
Coast

Tumbes Forest

Tumbes offers nature and adventure with coves and forests, only 1 hour and 50 minutes from Lima.

Tumbes

La Union Waterfalls | San Martin
Rainforest

La Union Waterfalls

La Union waterfalls, near Tarapoto, are beautiful cascades with a natural pool.

San Martín

Miraflores and Costa Verde | Lima
Coast

Miraflores and Costa Verde

Miraflores in Lima combines sea, gastronomy, history and sunsets in a unique charm

Lima

Museums of Arequipa | Arequipa
Andes

Museums of Arequipa

Arequipa, the White City, keeps its history in museums, cathedrals and centuries-old mansions.

Arequipa

Monumental Archaeological Zone of Cabeza de Vaca | Tumbes
Coast

Monumental Archaeological Zone of Cabeza de Vaca

The archaeological zone of Cabeza de Vaca, on the Qhapaq Ñan, was a key Inca port.

Tumbes

Catacaos | Piura
Coast

Catacaos

Catacaos is a place where talented artisans create filigree jewelry, straw hats and art.

Piura

Cathedral of Cusco | Cusco
Andes

Cathedral of Cusco

The Cathedral of the Virgin of the Assumption, in the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, is a great example of colonial architecture.

Cusco

El Brujo | La Libertad
Coast

El Brujo

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

La Libertad

Beaches of lo | Moquegua
Coast

Beaches of Ilo

Ilo captivates with unique beaches: from cliffs to white sand and petroglyphs.

Moquegua

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

Airports List

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

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