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For vacationers seeking intriguing history and culture alongside stunning natural beauty, Peru's Iquitos awaits. This South American city features all of this and more, including abundant opportunities to tour the beautiful Amazon River.

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Amazon river - Iquitos

Traveling in Iquitos


Located in the Amazonas region of Peru, Iquitos has much to offer holidaymakers looking for a unique South American adventure. From historic sights to delicious local cuisine, Iquitos is sure to delight with its magnificent splendours.

A stroll through the centre of Iquitos will enlighten visitors as to the various eras the town has lived through. Visitors to Iquitos can marvel at mosaic tiles in Italian-style palaces, the eccentric Plaza de Armas, or the famous residence designed by Gustave Eiffel - built from metal sheets carried by hundreds of men through the jungle.

Iquitos and the Amazon are full of delicious culinary offerings, featuring an exotic blend of Peruvian, Brazilian and Colombian flavours. Try regional and local specialities in Iquitos, such as majas con yuca, juane (rice, chicken and olives in a banana leaf) or tacacho (grilled plantain with bacon). Afterwards, cool down with an icy treat from one of the local Iquitos heladerias (ice cream shops).

Iquitos is also a convenient base from which to explore the Amazon River. Vacationers will find many opportunities to join single or multi-day excursions from Iquitos, offering fully guided river tours past spectacular wildlife. For an authentic regional experience, you can also visit the indigenous Amazonian people in villages around Iquitos. Travelers can find various indigenous tribal organizations offering information on visiting reserves.



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Places of interest in Iquitos

LA CASA DE FIERRO
Meaning 'The Iron House', this architectural attraction is one of countless Iquitos structures testifying to an eccentric and exuberant 'rubber boom' era.
LA PLAZA 28
The biggest square in Peru, La Plaza 28 is a must-see on any trip to Iquitos!
PLAZA DE ARMAS
Located just a few blocks from the riverfront of Iquitos, this plaza displays a mix of both modern and 'rubber boom' architectural styles. Weekends draw many Iquitos locals and visitors to the Plaza de Armas to enjoy this very architecture, as well as the plaza fountain and surrounding street performers.
THE FLOATING MARKET
Located on the embankment in Iquitos, the floating market gathers 150 native communities to sell produce.

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