Wicked Travels Spring 2015 | Page 24

Come To Peru

For Machu Picchu,

Stay For The

Beautiful Beaches!

Peru is best known for the ruins at Machu Picchu, but the Pacific Coast beaches should not be missed!

Peru is best known for the ruins left behind by the Inca. But Peru’s earliest civilizations appeared on the coast, drawn by the plentiful fishing in the Pacific Ocean. In recent years, visitors have increasingly felt the ancient pull of Peru’s shores. Many of these beaches have pristine sand and outstanding surf waves.

Peru’s Pacific waves crash near some of the country’s most interesting attractions. In the north, the beaches are typically a short drive from fascinating archeological complexes and their associated museums. Both northern and southern Peru have ecological reserves near the coast. Lima, the capital city, has the busiest beaches in the country.