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

Winaywayna | Cusco
Andes

Winaywayna

Winaywayna, Inka citadel of Pachacutec, keeps history and beauty near Machu Picchu.

Cusco

Luquina Chico | Puno
Andes

Luquina Chico

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

Puno

Historic Center of Lima | Lima
Coast

Historic Center of Lima

The Historic Center of Lima allows you to explore its colonial past through its streets and buildings.

Lima

Tambopata National Reserve | Madre de Dios
Rainforest

Tambopata National Reserve

In the Tambopata Reserve, the jungle vibrates with life, fauna and nature at its best.

Madre de Dios

Ciudad del Cusco | Cusco
Andes

Ciudad del Cusco

The heart of the Inca Empire.

Cusco

Lampa | Puno
Andes

Lampa

Lampa, in Puno, is the “pink city” because of the clay on its facades.

Puno

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

Inkaterra Hotel, Hacienda Urubamba | Cusco
Andes

Inkaterra Hotel, Hacienda Urubamba

The Sacred Valley in Cusco attracts tourists with its natural beauty and rich culture.

Cusco

Miraflores and Costa Verde | Lima
Coast

Miraflores and Costa Verde

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

Lima

San Francisco Church (monastery + catacombs) | Lima
Coast

San Francisco Church (monastery + catacombs)

The Church of San Francisco, in Lima, is a viceregal icon with three churches and catacombs.

Lima

San Pedro Market | Cusco
Andes

San Pedro Market

The San Pedro market in Cusco invites you to explore flavors and colors among handicrafts and supplies.

Cusco

Choquequirao | Cusco
Andes

Choquequirao

Choquequirao, the “Machupicchu's sister”, the last Inca refuge.

Cusco

Airports List

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

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