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Ancient Ruins
Beyond the obvious must-see of Machu Picchu, a cache of incredible ruins throughout Peru
possess stark beauty, ancient mystery and nary a crowd. If in Lima, you don't have to enter
a museum to encounter history - a few ancient sites are scattered throughout the city.
Kuélap
Perched atop a limestone mountain, this monumental stone-fortified city is the
best-preserved site of Chachapoyas (
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Tambo Colorado
An understated gem on the south coast, it's worth going with a guide for
a fuller appreciation (
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Cahuachi
When in Nazca, it's worth checking out these expansive 2000-year-old pyramids
and other ruins (
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Wari
For an off-the-beaten-path adventure, head to the capital of the empire that ruled the
roost in the highlands before the Inca invaded (and share the experience with just a few
snuffling hogs;
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Ollantaytambo
Wonderful ruins (some free, some paid) surround this Inca-built Sacred
Valley village (
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Hiking
At the heart of the Andes, Peru has some of the best hiking on the continent, and taking to
the trail isn't just about achieving alpine heights. Try a jungle trek or descend to the depths
of canyon country.
El Clásico
The best trek in the Colca Canyon for seeing a bit of everything except for a
paved road (
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