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VERANO NEGRO
A must for anyone with an interest in Afro-Peruvian culture, this festival in Chincha (
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features plenty of music and dancing. It takes place in late February or early
March.
April
Crowds and high season prices mark Holy Week, a boon of national tourism in
March or April.
SEMANA SANTA
The week before Easter Sunday, Holy Week is celebrated with spectacular religious pro-
cessions almost daily, with Ayacucho recognized as the biggest celebration in Peru, lasting
a full 10 days. Arequipa and Huancayo also have Easter processions. (
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May
Trekking season starts in Huaraz and around Cuzco, with the return of drier weath-
er.
NOCHE EN BLANCO
Inspired by Europe's White Nights, the streets of Miraflores in Lima are closed to cars
while arts, music and dance take over. Held in early May.
Q'OYORITI
A fascinating indigenous pilgrimage to the holy mountain of Ausangate, outside of Cuzco,
in May/June (
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. Though known by few outsiders, it's well worth checking out.