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

Catacaos | Piura
Coast

Catacaos

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

Piura

Luquina Chico | Puno
Andes

Luquina Chico

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

Puno

Lampa | Puno
Andes

Lampa

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

Puno

Beaches of lo | Moquegua
Coast

Beaches of Ilo

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

Moquegua

Maras - Moray | Cusco
Andes

Maras - Moray

Maras is a humble but proud town, known for its valuable salt.

Cusco

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

Abra Malaga | Cusco
Andes

Abra Malaga

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

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

Chullpas of Sillustani | Puno
Andes

Chullpas of Sillustani

Sillustani, an ancient Kolla cemetery in Peru, houses tombs of nobles.

Puno

Mount Salkantay | Cusco
Andes

Mount Salkantay

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

Cusco

Cusco’s archaeological sites | Cusco
Andes

Cusco’s archaeological sites

Cusco captivates you with its archaeological wonders: Sacsayhuaman, Moray, and more.

Cusco

Reserva Nacional Pacaya Samiria | Loreto
Rainforest

Reserva Nacional Pacaya Samiria

Explore the incredible biodiversity of the Amazon

Loreto

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