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

Chaparri Private Conservation Area | Lambayeque
Coast

Chaparri Private Conservation Area

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

Lambayeque

Torata | Moquegua
Coast

Torata

Torata, in Moquegua, is a corner of history, nature and archeology to be discovered.

Moquegua

Puente de los Suspiros | Lima
Coast

Puente de los Suspiros

The perfect place to tell a love story.

Lima

Mount Ausangate | Cusco
Andes

Mount Ausangate

The Mount Ausangate, an Andean jewel, captivates with its beauty, lagoons and infinite skies.

Cusco

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

Chullpas of Sillustani | Puno
Andes

Chullpas of Sillustani

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

Puno

Lima Art Museum | Lima
Coast

Lima Art Museum

MALI, at the Palacio de la Exposición, celebrates the artistic wealth and history of Peru.

Lima

Huacachina | Ica
Coast

Huacachina

Mystical places that tell stories.

Ica

Alpamayo Mountain | Ancash
Coast

Alpamayo Mountain

The Alpamayo, jewel of the Huascaran, dazzles with its pyramid of snow and sky.

Áncash

Historic Center of Trujillo | Trujillo
Coast

Historic Center of Trujillo

Trujillo, in the north of Peru, offers a pleasant climate, delicious food and a fascinating.

La Libertad

Andean Sanctuaries Museum | Arequipa
Andes

Andean Sanctuaries Museum

In Arequipa, the Andean Sanctuaries Museum keeps the mythical Lady of Ampato, a living history.

Arequipa

Sacred Valley | Cusco
Andes

Sacred Valley

The Sacred Valley fuses history, landscapes and adventure in a corner full of magic.

Cusco

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