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

Via Ferrata | Cusco
Andes

Via Ferrata

The via ferrata in the Sacred Valley, near Ollantaytambo, offers a unique adventure.

Cusco

Vichayito - Mancora - Los Organos | Piura
Coast

Vichayito - Mancora - Los Organos

A few steps from the equator, Vichayito, Mancora and Los Organos are waiting for you.

Piura

Manu National Park | Cusco y Madre de Dios
Rainforest

Manu National Park

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

Cusco

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

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

Tumbes Forest | Tumbes
Coast

Tumbes Forest

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

Tumbes

Lago Titicaca | Puno
Andes

Lago Titicaca

The highest navigable lake in the world

Puno

Machupicchu | Cusco
Andes

Machupicchu

One of the seven modern wonders of the world.

Cusco

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

Chaparri Private Conservation Area | Lambayeque
Coast

Chaparri Private Conservation Area

Chaparri, Peru's first private conservation area, protects unique species in its habitat.

Lambayeque

Bosque de Piedra | Pasco
Andes

Bosque de Piedra

Explore the mysteries its 4 thousand rock figures hide.

Pasco

Airports List

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

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