Machu Picchu sits high in the Peruvian Andes and is one of the most awe-inspiring places in the world. The ruined Inca city, surrounded by steep green peaks, looks almost unreal, especially in the morning mist.
Culture & Way of Life
Peruvian culture blends Indigenous Andean traditions with Spanish influences. Community, family and a connection to nature – to “Pachamama,” Mother Earth – are highly valued.
Dating & Getting to Know Each Other
- Warm and family-oriented: You often meet the family early on, and it’s an important part of life.
- Eating together: Peruvian cuisine is world-famous – sharing a meal is a classic.
- Patience pays off: Trust grows over time and with genuine interest.
The Most Romantic Spots
- Machu Picchu in the light of sunrise
- The Sacred Valley of the Incas
- The old town of Cusco in the evening
- Lake Titicaca on the border with Bolivia
Sights that make your heart beat faster
Hidden gems off the beaten path
- Moray: Circular terraces like an amphitheatre in the earth – probably an agricultural laboratory of the Incas.
- Maras Salt Pans: Thousands of salt pools on the hillside, shimmering in white, pink and brown and still worked by families today.
- Choquequirao: Machu Picchu’s “sister” – reachable only on foot and almost deserted.
Absolute must-do
Sunrise over Machu Picchu: as the mist slowly lifts and the first rays spill over the peaks, everything suddenly falls silent. Many couples say they have never seen anything more beautiful together.
Only here in the world: The Maras salt pans have been in use since pre-Inca times – fed by a salty spring inside the mountain. A living piece of history found only in the Andes.
Tip for Your First Date
Try a ceviche and a pisco sour together – two Peruvian classics that make for wonderful conversation.