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Thursday, February 17, 2022
Peru is one of the countries that dazzles for its scenic beauty, dream destinations and attractions full of history. This is well known by the international magazine Condé Nast Traveler, which has included Paracas in its list of the 50 most beautiful places on the planet to visit this year.
The list -prepared by the editors of the prestigious magazine- stands out Paracas Reserve as an essential destination to visit, thanks to its unique geography where the undulating desert meets the sea, forming an enchanting landscape rich in wildlife and natural landscapes.
“A small coastal town in the Ica region of Peru, Paracas is where the desert meets the sea. A trip to this place is not complete without a boat ride to the rocky Ballestas Islands, in front of the Pacific coast, known for their diverse wildlife, including a herd of sea lions and crowds of baby penguins,” reports Katharine Sohn, writer for Condé Nast Traveler.
Ica paradise
Located approximately 4 hours away from Lima, the Paracas Reserve has what the tourist needs to enjoy magical days. From paradisiacal beaches to a varied fauna - it is home to around 1,500 species of animals - this destination has it all.
Created in 1975 as a natural area protected by the State, it has one of its great attractions in the Ballestas Islands. You will be amazed here by the marine spectacle offered by the sea lions that, together with their pups, will approach your boat to greet. For their part, the Humboldt penguins will gather on the shore to welcome you.
Another not-to-be-missed stop in Paracas are its beaches. La Mina and El Rapson are the busiest ones. In the first one, it is possible to practice diving and line fishing. The second beach stands out for its peaceful waves and its rock-free shore, which makes it ideal to go with children. La Roja is another beach that dazzles with its landscape dyed red due to the multiple volcanic eruptions formed in the Pacific Ocean in the past. Although bathing is not allowed, it is a very good place to take pictures.
Located on a sand cliff, the Paracas Candelabra is another unmissable place in the reserve. It is 181 meters long, so it is possible to observe it from 20 km away. Its engraving is attributed to the Paracas culture and dates back to 200 BC. It is believed that this geoglyph served to guide the ancient fishermen of this town during their offshore activities, which demonstrates the ingenuity and skill that characterized this civilization.
Interesting fact
It is recommended to visit Paracas between December and April, which are the summer months and when the temperature can exceed 30 °C.
Sources: Andina / Condé Nast Traveler
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