Paracas: An Enigmatic Site in Peru
The Paracas Peninsula is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Ica Region of Peru. It is best known for its mysterious prehistoric geoglyph, which stands 600-feet tall on the peninsula’s ridge. Jorge Chávez Airport (LIM) in Lima is the closest international airport to Paracas Peninsula. From there, visitors can take a bus going to this town.
Best Time to Visit
The most ideal time to visit this peninsula is during the dry season from May to September. However, since it is the peak season, expect Paracas hotel rates to be steep during this time.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Paracas National Reserve is the most-visited area in the peninsula. It is a protected area with a rich marine and desert ecosystem. It is also famous for having 65 archeological sites, which now act as a rich resource for ancient Paracas culture. To know more about what they have found in this region, you can also drop by at the on-site Paracas Museum, which contains elongated skulls and textile samples of ancient Peruvian heritage. If you want to spend your downtime gazing at the beauty of this peninsula, you can book Hotel San Agustín Paracas as your lodging. This hotel is equipped with seafront views and a full-service restaurant to guarantee your laidback stay. A more budget-friendly alternative to this accommodation is Backpacker-The Pacific if you just a room to sleep in.