A Peruvian Welcome: Bienvenida!

To experience the welcoming nature of Peruvians, simply visit the enchanting country of Peru in the South-Western corner of South America. Bordering five other countries it has a population of just over twenty-nine million people, a fascinating collection of diverse cultures, life styles and beliefs. A first visit to Peru will confirm that Peruvians are warm people who love to share their culture and heritage with visitors.

The population is a mixture of what’s known as Amerindian, Mestizo, White, Black, Chinese, Japanese and other races from around the globe. Historically, Peruvians have a strong belief in a Christian God since the arrival of the Spanish conquerers and their missionaries. Prior to that, the ancient cultures from the Inca and beyond believed in Gods such as the Sun God, Tumi and the Moon God and they lived their lives in service to their friends and neighbors. Spanish is the official language, but other native Indian languages, such as Quechua and Aymara are spoken in Peru as well.

Peruvians give everyone who visits their nation a warm welcome because it is a custom that dates back to the Inca civilization. Respect, honor and compassion are innate qualities that reflect their culture and their pride. Most people who visit Peru hope that their first visit won’t be their last; I have friends and family who will attest to that! From personal experience I know that Peru can quickly begin to feel like a second home.