Travel Reference
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SOCIAL GRACES
Peruvians are polite, indeed formal, in their interactions. Handshakes are appropriate in
business settings, but among good friends an
abrazo
(back-slapping hug) is in order. Wo-
men will often greet each other with a kiss, as will men and women. Indigenous people
don't kiss and their handshakes, when offered, tend to have a light touch.
Locals are used to less personal space than some Western travelers may be accustomed
to: expect seating on buses to be thisclose.
