PERU

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Peruvians proudly say their country is known for three things: history, sightseeing, and food. But they may be selling themselves short. Although this South American country does boast an abundance of stunning archeological sites, a multitude of museums and delightful vistas, and just about every dining possibility you can imagine—Peru is so much more.

Peru is the ultimate in environmental diversity, possessing 84 of the Earth’s known 103 ecosystems in three climate zones—the coastal plateau, Andes mountains, and Amazon jungle. Its capital city, Lima, is as diverse and cosmopolitan as any major global metropolis, and the country as a whole is a true melting pot of cultures, histories, religions,