Peru has recently been recognized as one of the most beautiful countries in the world by the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler magazine, a distinction that reaffirms the country’s extraordinary natural and cultural richness.
Each year, Condé Nast Traveler magazine unveils its selection of the most beautiful places in the world, and Peru is once again among them. This recognition features 28 destinations chosen for their unmatched beauty, remarkable natural landscapes, unique geological features, and hidden corners truly worth exploring.
The publication also highlighted the richness of the wildlife and flora found in these destinations, along with their deep historical and cultural legacy, which in many cases includes sites recognized by UNESCO. Among the countries included on this list and some of their standout attractions are:
| Country | Top attractions |
| Peru | Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon, and Paracas National Reserve |
| China | Zhangye, Wulingyuan, Luoping, Jiuzhaigou |
| Australia | Great Barrier Reef, Outback, Uluru, Tasmania |
| Brazil | Iguazu, the Amazon, Noronha, Lençóis Maranhenses |
| India | Himalayas, Kerala, beaches, Valley of Flowers |
| USA | El Yunque, Denali, the Grand Canyon |
| Canada | Torngat, Banff, Kluane |
| Mexico | Oaxaca, Hierve el Agua, Sumidero Canyon |
| Colombia | Amazon, Andes, Tayrona, Cabo de la Vela |
| France | Biarritz, Normandy, Corsica, Mont Blanc |
| Indonesia | Bali, Tabanan, Raja Ampat, and Flores |
| Japan | Ogasawara, Fuji, Kyoto, Arashiyama |
| South Africa | Kruger, Namaqualand, Drakensberg |
| Tanzania | Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro |
| Argentina | Los Glaciares, the Andes, Iguazu |
| Costa Rica | Cocos Island, La Amistad |
| Vietnam | Ha Long, Ha Giang, Ninh Van, Phu Quoc |
| New Zealand | Lake Tekapo, Milford Sound, Waitomo |
| Bolivia | Uyuni Salt Flats, Laguna Colorada, Titicaca |
| UK | Cornwall, Brecon Beacons, Isle of Skye |
| Croatia | Plitvice Lakes, islands, Dinaric Alps |
| Iceland | Volcanoes, waterfalls, Jökulsárlón, Reynisfjara |
| Namibia | Namib, Skeleton Coast, Deadvlei, Brandberg |
| Greece | Athens, Santorini, Zakynthos, Mykonos, Epirus |
| Norway | Northern Lights, Trolltunga, Lofoten Islands |
| Turkey | Cappadocia, Kaçkar, Pamukkale, Turquoise Coast |
| Nepal | Everest, Gokyo, Chitwan, Sagarmatha |
| Switzerland | Alps, Zermatt, Matterhorn, Lake Geneva |
Peru’s charm lies in the variety of its landscapes, ranging from its arid Pacific coastline to the towering Andes and the megadiverse Amazon rainforest.
It is within this geography of contrasts that the history of ancient Peru also took shape, surrounded by mystery, wonder, and cultural traditions that remain alive to this day. The featured attractions were:
Paracas National Reserve in Ica
In the Paracas National Reserve, nature reveals itself in full force with sweeping views of the Peruvian sea and a thriving ecosystem full of life, home to unique species such as the Humboldt penguin, one of the friendly residents of the Ballestas Islands.
Mystery also holds a special place nearby, in the Nazca Lines, where giant geoglyphs drawn across the desert floor and sand dunes continue to inspire wonder and questions among travelers and locals alike.
Colca Canyon in Arequipa
In the southern Andes, Colca Canyon stands out for its immense scale and is considered one of the deepest canyons in the world. It also offers excellent settings for birdwatching in high-altitude lagoons, where wildlife shows its remarkable ability to adapt to demanding mountain conditions.
Machu Picchu in Cusco
And near the edge of the jungle, surrounded by lush green mountains, lies Machu Picchu, one of Peru’s greatest symbols before the world. It is a masterpiece of pre-Hispanic engineering in harmony with nature, admired each year by millions of visitors.
Added to this is Cusco, the ancient capital of the Tahuantinsuyo, where Inca-laid streets and stone walls still preserve the memory of one of the most important civilizations in the Americas.
This blend of history, biodiversity, and extraordinary landscapes makes Peru an essential destination for every traveler. But this is only part of what Peru has to offer. There are still many surprising places waiting to be discovered, and we can help you explore them in the best possible way.
