International Workers' Day

📣 Traveler notes

Peru is a culturally rich South American destination, known for diverse landscapes ranging from Amazon jungles and coastal deserts to Andean peaks, and key sites like Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines. The country's culture reflects a mix of indigenous groups, mestizos, and criollos.

• Coca leaves are a legal cultural and ritual practice in Peru, but international travel regulations prohibit transporting them across borders.
• Consumption of coca tea may affect future drug testing results.
• Address indigenous people as 'el indígena' or 'la indígena.' Be cautious with terms like 'cholo' or 'chola.' While most Peruvians are Roman Catholic, show respect for ancient pre-Hispanic religious practices. Avoid discussing historical tensions between indigenous/rural populations and the urban elite, and maintain awareness regarding potential strikes or demonstrations.