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Andean traditions, colonial cities, and Machu Picchu. Peru asks visitors to respect sacred sites, coca leaf customs, and a culture thousands of years old.
What to know
Machu Picchu and the Inca ruins are sacred heritage. Climbing on walls or removing stones is both disrespectful and illegal.
Why
These sites carry spiritual and national meaning.
Do
Avoid
What to know
Coca leaves are a sacred Andean plant used in offerings and to ease altitude sickness. Foreigners should treat the custom with respect.
Why
Coca is woven into Andean spirituality for thousands of years.
Do
Avoid
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Why? It damages sacred heritage and is strictly prohibited.
Why? It is a sacred Andean tradition, not a punchline.
Why? Andean communities value consent and dignity.
Peru is a living link to an ancient world. Move through sacred sites with reverence, honor local customs, and the Andes will open their heart to you.
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