Things to do in South Coast

Q: What are the top things to do in South Coast?

The top things to do in South Coast are: Miraflores Nazca Lines Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas) Colca Canyon (Canon del Colca) Paracas History Museum

Q: What are the top activities in South Coast?

Top activities in South Coast include: Full day in Paracas Ica and Huacachina from Lima (From Lima) Nazca Lines and Dune Buggy (Huacachina) from Ica Wine, Pisco and Dune Buggy Experience Nazca lines from Nazca airport Nazca Lines Overflight Tour from Nazca

Q: What are the top things to do near South Coast?

Check out things to do near South Coast: Ica Paracas North Coast Altiplano Northwest Argentina

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Miraflores

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The swanky beachfront suburb of Miraflores is one of Lima’s most sought-after zip codes. Here you’ll find the city’s best restaurants, shops, and hotels, plus waterfront mansions and high-rise towers. Lovely parks and beaches decorate the area, as well as the ancient ruins of Huaca Pucllana—a pre-Inca temple.More

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Nazca Lines

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The enigmatic Nazca Lines (or Nasca Lines) are second only to Machu Picchu as the most famous archaeological site in Peru. The mysterious geoglyphs at the UNESCO World Heritage Site range from geometric shapes and swirls to a hummingbird and monkey. Theories on their purpose include astronomical markers, irrigation canals, and alien messages—an enigma that has spurred intrigue since their 1927 discovery. The spectacular etchings likely date from between 500 BC and AD 500.More

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Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas)

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A cluster of tiny islands off the Peruvian coast, the Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas) are often touted as the “Peruvian Galapagos,” famed for their spectacular variety of birdlife and rugged coastline of soaring cliffs, rocky beaches, and remote sea caves.More

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Colca Canyon - one of the deepest canyons in the world, Peru

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Colca Canyon (Canon del Colca)

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Peru’s Colca Canyon is one of the deepest canyons in the world, with a depth of around 13,650 feet (4,160 meters) at the bottom of the canyon. There are tons of outdoor activities to do in the area, and visitors come to this off-the-beaten-track attraction for its opportunities for adventure in a stunning natural environment, its large population of Andean condors, and its pre-Incan historical sites.More

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Paracas History Museum

Don’t be put off by its diminutive size – the tiny Paracas History Museum is home to some of Peru’s most fascinating archaeological finds. The museum has made headlines all around the world for its display of elongated human skulls, discovered by Peruvian archaeologist Julio Tello in 1928.The unique skulls have divided opinion, with some claiming them as proof of alien existence, some insisting they are fake and others concluding that they are mere anomalies. The reality is likely a little less dramatic – the skulls were probably a result of head-binding traditions among Peru’s ancient indigenous cultures. Whatever your opinion, the collection of bizarrely formed skulls is utterly captivating and while there’s little else of interest in the museum, it’s worth a detour to take a peek.More

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Chachani Volcano

The active Chachani Volcano, near Arequipa in southern Peru, is known amongst the climbing set as one of the world’s easiest 20,000-foot (6,075-meter) climbs. Still, reaching the summit is considered an intermediate to challenging two-day climb. At the top, marvel at the sight of the Pacific Ocean and the spectacular Andes mountainscape.More

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Sabandía District

Sabandía is marked by rural plains, rolling hills, and historic landmarks, making this southern Arequipa province in Peru a draw. Among the highlights are the district’s traditional shops and restaurants, and the chance to see the Sabandía Mill, built in 1621 with the region’s signature white volcanic rock (sillar) and populated by animals such as alpaca and peacocks.More

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