Living in Peru - Moving To Peru - Expats Peru

Find out what expats have to say about living and moving to Peru, a country that has a world-famous reputation for its history and culture. The thought of this South American nation conjures images of the Andes and the Incas, not to mention the superb and diverse cuisine that has been shaped by several foreign influences. Many other aspects of Peru's culture retain parts of the ancient traditions of the country's numerous indigenous groups.

Peru: Great food, kind and beautiful people, affordable and fascinating places to visit, and new, exciting things to do!

It has been more than two years since American-born Peter moved to Peru, and during that time he has experienced something akin to being a jack-of-all-trades. A resilient sort of fellow himself, he advises expats-to-be and other expats to remain calm when culture shock sets in. He also gives helpful information on matters such as the local cost of living, and shares what for him are the pros and cons of residing there.
 
 

British expat Stuart is a freelance Web programmer who lives in Lima, Peru

For Stuart, the slower pace of life in Peru is both a good and bad thing. With his girlfriend he lives in Lima, known as the City of the Kings. Here, he talks about things he has observed and experienced there -- like his business plans, tips on getting a work permit, and factors that affect the cost of living in Peru.
 
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