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Cusco
Peru • South America
Navel of the World
Overview
TypeCity/Heritage
Best SeasonMay–Sep
CountryPeru
LanguageSpanish
RegionSouth America
👋 Greetings
A single kiss on the right cheek is common for greetings. Handshakes are used in business. Always greet the eldest person first.
🍽️ Dining
Peruvian cuisine is world-renowned. Try ceviche for lunch (never dinner). It's polite to try everything offered. Meals are social events.
👔 Dress Code
Dress modestly, especially in rural areas and religious sites. Layers are essential due to varying climates.
🚫 Things to Avoid
- •Refusing food or drink when offered
- •Discussing politics or the Shining Path
- •Being impatient or rushing
- •Disrespecting Incan heritage
💡 Did You Know?
Peru has over 3,000 varieties of potatoes
Machu Picchu was named a New Wonder of the World
The Amazon River starts in Peru
Peruvian cuisine is considered among the best in the world
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