Peru Guide

The Segura Theater, or better the theatrical groups it developed from, is believed to be the oldest cultural institution in Latin America and represents a major part of the Peruvian cultural history. It was always an important theater in Lima and well respected for its professional work. Worth a visit are the amazing opera, ballet and modern dan...

The main objective of the Cultural Center of Spain in Lima is to foster cultural exchange especially between Spain and Peru as well as to promote free access to culture to everyone. The Cultural Center of Spain organizes several cultural activities and programs. They offer a library, video store and workshops.

After the War of the Pacific, the war expenditures, the loss of revenue from the Tarapaca region and a devastated country led to political instability with different civilian and military forces aiming for power and near bankruptcy which was averted by Peru accepting a proposal from its creditors giving them the right to control the railroads fo...

Taking a taxi in Lima and other Peruvian cities is a relatively quick and affordable way to get around. But in a strange city with chaotic traffic and lots of warnings and horror stories in mind the first taxi rides might be frightening and overwhelming.

Customs rules can be confusing, especially when traveling to a country for the first time. To help you arrive in Peru well prepared, this guide explains what you can bring into the country - and what you should better leave at home - helping you save time, money, and unnecessary stress at customs.

Farmacia Universal is a smaller pharmacy chain operating only in Lima, but as the larger ones as well selling a wide range of pharmaceuticals and prescription drugs.

Also known as Channel 5 Panamericana TV broadcasts news, sports, documentaries, talk and reality shows and of course popular soaps.

RPP Noticias is Peru's leader in broadcasting news via the radio

Founded in 1981, La Republica is one of Peru's main national dailies.

1940 the city of Lima and the nearby areas were shaken by another destructive earthquake at 11.35 am. The magnitude 8.2 earthquake was so intense that it was felt throughout Peru and as far as Guayaquil, Ecuador in the north and Arica, Chile in the south. The temblor caused great destruction especially in Lima's city center, in Callao, Chorrillo...