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The #1 Bestselling Guide to Peru
"Peru startles with its variety--parched coastal desert, jagged Andean peaks, lush Amazon rainforest. Its rich culture runs the gamut from sophisticated Lima to traditional weaving villages and mist-shrouded ancient ruins."--Carolyn McCarthy, Lonely Planet Writer
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Inside This Book
198 days & nights of research
84 archaeological sites
376 recommended restaurants
36 mountains over 6,000m
Inspirational photos
Clear, easy-to-use maps
Trekking the Inca Trail
3D plans of iconic sights
Comprehensive planning tools
In-depth background