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

Lampa | Puno
Andes

Lampa

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

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

Machupicchu | Cusco
Andes

Machupicchu

One of the seven modern wonders of the world.

Cusco

Parque Nacional del Huascaran | Ancash
Coast

Parque Nacional del Huascaran

The highest peak in all of Peru.

Áncash

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

Via Ferrata | Cusco
Andes

Via Ferrata

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

Cusco

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

Maras - Moray | Cusco
Andes

Maras - Moray

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

Cusco

Lago Titicaca | Puno
Andes

Lago Titicaca

The highest navigable lake in the world

Puno

Gocta waterfall | Amazonas
Rainforest

Gocta waterfall

The Gocta waterfall, more than 700 meters high, is a natural jewel in the Amazon.

Amazonas

Ahuashiyacu Waterfall | San Martin
Rainforest

Ahuashiyacu Waterfall

The Ahuashiyacu waterfall, near Tarapoto, is 40 meters high, its name means “singing water” and it is ideal for swimming, surrounded by rich flora and fauna.

San Martín

Playa El Ñuro | Piura
Coast

Playa El Ñuro

Swim with turtles and enjoy the paradisiacal beauty of the landscape.

Piura

Airports List

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

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