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Recreation and Travel: Peru
Recreation and Travel: Peru
This pathfinder includes information about , sports, Peruvian travel and tourism including U.S. State Department advisories, food and beverages.


General Sports
 
CICLISTA LIMA ASSOCIATION  (http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/3990/)
A Lima bicycle racing club that has been around for more than 100 years. This home pate has some information about its history, its first members, and their "commands" or club divisions. In Spanish.
 
EL ANZUELO: REVISTA DE PESCA DEPORTIVA  (http://www.elanzuelo.com/)
This is a digital magazine about sports fishing in Peru. Includes articles, photographs, tide tables, Peruvian recipes of sea-based dishes, links to other interesting sites about sports fishing. The most useful section for beginners is the one that deals with information about the various fish species. This site has a link to an English version of the site using an Internet translator. In Spanish.
 
FRANSURF HOME PAGE  (http://ar.geocities.com/fransurfer/)
A Web site dedicated to the bodyboard. The bodyboard is one the most amusing and popular sports today in Peru. It is considered a safe and healthy sport to practice. The Web site includes a history of the sport, club information, accessories, procedures, photographs, and advice. In Spanish.
 
PERU TRIATHLETES HOME PAGE: EL WEB DEL TRIATHLON PERUANO  (http://www.geocities.com/triathlonperu/)
The Peruvian Club of Triathlon was founded to unite a small group of friends that routinely play this sport. The triathlon is a non-traditional sport, where the "triathlete" has to swim, bike, ride a bicycle, and run to reach his or her objective. This Web site has information about the club, the characteristics of this sport, novelties, and photographs of past events and tournaments. The site also contains some articles and links to other Web sites about this sport. In Spanish.
 
PERU: EPOCA DE ORO DEL TOREO  (http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/9661/)
This site is about bull-fighting, a sport which has its own place in the culture of Peru. The site is dedicated to the author's father, Paco Céspedes, an excellent bull-fighter for more than 30 years. Also includes information about the Plaza de acho and Peruvian bull farms. In Spanish.
 
SANGRE LATINA  (http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Aegean/2244/)
This site is about "capoeira", a form of Brazilian martial arts, and includes the following information: news, projects, and links as well as biographical information about the author, Enrique Vereau Aragón. In Spanish.
 
National Soccer Teams
 
ALIANZALIMA.COM: EL PORTAL DE LA MITAD+ 1 DEL PERU  (http://www.alianzalima.com/)
One of the best pages of the Alianza Lima soccer team and one of the most complete portals of the club. Includes information about the club (administration, members, and players, the latest games, statistics, photographs, history, tributes, downloads, e-mail, postcards, and a guestbook. In Spanish.
 
CLUB JUAN AURICH  (http://www.geocities.com/Eureka/Plaza/6027/)
A fan's site about Juan Aurich, the Peruvian soccer team from Chiclayo, also known in Spanish as "El Ciclón del Norte" (or the Cyclone of the North). This Web site includes a history of the club, a message board, and a 79kb photograph of the team. In Spanish.
 
CLUB UNIVERSITARIO DE DEPORTES  (http://www.universitario.com/univ/index.asp)
The offical site of this popular Peruvian soccer team which is also known as "La U.". Includes news, communiqués, press releases, information about the team, its technical personnel, players, The Club, administration, and associates. There is also some literature about the club's divisions, such as the Master team, the Vidu section of teens, U. of America, and the Universitario school of soccer (for players ages 5 to 17 years old). In the "Zona Crema" fans will find photographs, videos, songs, and many other activities of interest. In Spanish.
 
EXTREMO CELESTE: WEB SITE OFICIAL DE LA HINCHADA CERVECERA  (http://www.geocities.com/Hollywood/3587/)
One of the most popular sites about Sporting Cristal, Peru's leading soccer team. This page includes information regarding the team's participation in the latest national and South American championships. There are also photographs, messages, songs and even free e-mail for the most radical fans. In Spanish.
 
GARRA CREMA: REVISTA DIGITAL AL SERVICIO DEL CLUB UNIVERSITARIO DE DEPORTES   (http://www.garracrema.com/)
This is a digital magazine serving the Peruvian soccer team "Universitario de Deportes". Includes editorials, comments, statutes of the team, past editions, and the section called "La Chica Crema", which means the "Chick in Cream". Cream, a pale yellow or yellowish white, is the color that identifies the team (because its soccer uniform is this color). This site is an excellent online resource of documents, reports, news, and comments about this popular Peruvian soccer team. In Spanish.
 
LA PAGINA DEL MUNI  (http://207.243.50.137/municipal/)
A excellent Web page about one the best soccer teams in Peru, Deportivo Municipal. Includes information about the management and the players, as well as history of the team with comments from Pocho Rospigliosi. There is also a section about the team's unforgettalbe idols (Tito Drago, Cholo Sotil, Loco Seminario, etc.). Fans will also find current news, comments, photographs, chats, audios, and other links. In Spanish.
 
UNION MINAS HOME PAGE  (http://www.perumine.net/uminas/umindex.html)
The Web site of the "Fuerza Minera" or the "Mining Strength", the slogan of this professional Peruvian soccer team. This is because the team's headquarters is in Cerro de Pasco, a mining zone with more than a century of production. This place also happens to have the highest stadium in the world. The site includes an introduction about the team, information about its history, organization, championships, photographs, and much more. In Spanish.
 
VAMOSBOYS.COM: LA COMUNIDAD ROSADA EN INTERNET  (http://www.geocities.com/sportboyscallao/)
The home page of Sports Boys, a leading soccer team of the Peruvian league. This Web site has everything you want to know about this popular soccer team. Includes news, latest games, local standings, a discussion board, and even a free mail for the most enthusiastic fan. In Spanish.
 
Soccer
 
ARRIBA PERU!!  (http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Loge/5559/index2.htm)
The national soccer team of Peru. Information about each of the players of the team. Includes data about Peru's ranking in the FIFA from 1993 to 1999. This site needs some updates, but the owner is looking for a webmaster to take over the site and keep it updated. In Spanish.
 
CYBERFUTBOL PERUANO  (http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Sideline/4386/)
Another excellent Web site for Peruvian and international soccer. Includes news and links to sports news publications, events, and dates of games. Other sections are under construction. In Spanish.
 
DESCENTRALIZADO PERUANO 2000  (http://www.isfa.com/server/web/fubol-peruano/index.html)
Information about soccer in Peru. Includes news about soccer games and the local league as well as links to electronic sports newspapers and other similar sites. In Spanish.
 
FUTBOL PERUANO: HISTORIA Y PRESENTE  (http://www.geocities.com/rojiblanca/)
In this web site visitors will find everything about the history of Peruvian soccer and the main representatives of this national sport. In Spanish.
 
FUTBOL TOTAL  (http://www.geocities.com/Colosseum/Track/3216/)
This Web site about soccer in Peru includes information about the national soccer team and three other leading soccer teams in Peru: Alinza Lima, Universitario, and Sporting Cristal. Also includes news, chats and links. The site is being redesigned and will soon be moved to its own domain name. In Spanish.
 
FUTBOLPERUANO.COM  (http://www.peru.com/futbol/)
An excellent soccer site, Fútbolperuano.com includes the latest news about soccer in Peru and the rest of the world. This site is part of Peru.com, and therefore one is able to find links to this the site's resources such as its chat room, message board (forums) and free mail. In Spanish.
 
ISFA: THE HOME OF INTERNET SOCCER  (http://www.isfa.com/server/web/mongrut/)
This web site includes shields or logos from soccer teams of every country. There is also an index of sites from official and non-official soccer teams of the world. The site is divided into Confederations (the South American Confederation is Conmebol) which is also subdivided into countries. The listing of the soccer shields of each country is arranged in alphabetical order. This Web site is courtesy of Cesar Mongrut Espinoza, a Peruvian retired soccer referee. In Spanish.
 
PLANETA GOL  (http://www.geocities.com/planetagol/planetagol.htm)
This site includes game results, players, teams, statistics, tournaments, links and much more about Peruvian and international soccer. In Spanish.
 
Travel and Tourism
 
ENJOY PERU: TRAVEL INFORMATION, TOURIST GUIDE & TOUR PACKAGES  (http://www.enjoyperu.com/)
This online publication from the editors of "Conozca Peru Magazine" is the most extensive when it comes to travel coverage about Peru. In the "Useful Information" section there are very useful tips for travelers to Peru: how to get there, customs, currency exchanges, credit card usage, a list of foreign embassies in Lima, etc. In the "Multimedia Gallery" there is regional information (e.g. department and cities), the environment (reservation and a map of protected areas of the country), sport activities and several photographs. Also included in this Web site are articles, travel packages, cultural courses, and much more in over 6,000 pages of original content. The Italian and French versions of this site are rather limited. In English, Spanish, French, and Italian.
 
THE INCA TRAIL AND MACHU PICCHU  (http://www.raingod.com/angus/Gallery/Photos/SouthAmerica/Peru/IncaTrail/index.html)
A virtual tour guide of the Inca trail through ruins of Inca civilization in Peru, South America. Includes a description of the Inca trail leading to Machu Picchu, history and advice for travelers, interactive maps, and photographs of noteworthy places. In English.
 
LATINTRAVEL!  (http://www.ilatintravel.com/)
Peru travel guide with online booking for tour packages and hotel reservations. Top 10 destinations in Peru, ecotourism, adventure and sports, archeological sites and tips for travelers. In the last section there is information about weather by regions, currency, banking, electricity, the Tourist Protection Bureau (SPT), customs and bagage regulations, visas and trip documents, migration, Peruvian holidays, etc. This site is extensive and therefore difficult to mention all the travel topics discussed here. The Spanish version is under construction. In English.
 
LONELY PLANET WORLD GUIDE: DESTINATION PERU  (http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/south%5Famerica/peru/)
This is the Peru section of this Australian travel Web site. The main sections of this page range from traditional general information about Peru such as "Key Facts", "History and Economy" to other sections useful for travelers like "Facts for Travelers" (brief notes), "Money & Costs", and "Recommended Reading and Travelers' Reports". In English.
 
LONELY PLANET'S GUIDE TO PERU  (http://www.lonelyplanet.lycos.com/south%5Famerica/peru/destfacts.html)
Introduction to Peru for travelers which includes sample itineraries and further reading suggestions. In English.
 
PERU BY MASI TRAVEL SUDAMERICA  (http://www.masitravel.com/)
A Peruvian travel agency which provides destinations to Peru's major cities. This Web site includes data about the travel agency's services, guides, and contact information. Other sections included are regional guides with general information, photographs, and hotel directories for each city. The travel destinations included here are: Lima, Trujillo, Chiclayo, Ica, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Cuzco, Puno, and Iquitos. Also contains a map of Peru by regions (the desert coast, the Andean mountains, and the Amazon basin. In English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
 
PERU TRAVELLER GUIDE  (http://www.geocities.com/TheTropics/Cabana/6110/)
This Web page provides basic country information about Peru. In the section called "General Information" the visitor will find information about Peru's geography, history, culture, foods and drinks, documents, visas, official holidays, etc. Other sections include places to visit (Lima), little known destinations, nature and other protected areas, events and calendar, and so on. One of the most interesting and useful sections of this site is its Travelling Campanions Forum. In this bulletin board the prospective traveler can find a travel partner to an exciting trip to Peru. In English.
 
PERU--CONSULAR INFORMATION SHEET.  (http://travel.state.gov/peru.html)
Provides information on Peru, offered by the U.S. State Department. Discusses drug penalties, entry requirements, medical facilities, health risks, terrorism, U.S. Embassy travel restrictions, security and crime information, and road conditions. In English.
 
PERU: A COUNTRY STUDY  (http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS40631)
An excellent general reference tool to find country information quickly, courtesy of the US Library of Congress. It even includes a local search engine for easier navigation. The readings are very extensive in almost every single topic which include the following sections: History, Geography, Economy, Society, Government, Transportation and Communications, and National Security. In English.
 
PROMPERU  (http://www.peru.org.pe/defaulteng.htm)
Peru's offical tourism and investment Web site. A guide to Peru's age-old sites, towns, arts and festivals, traditions, and cuisine. The Web site includes a country profile: history, geography, economy, population, language, government, currency, and religion. In English and Spanish.
 
QOSQO: INKAS' SACRED CAPITAL  (http://users.bestweb.net/%7Egoyzueta/qosqo/)
Features information on Qosqo in Peru, the oldest living city in the American continent. Highlights background information on the city, the population, altitude, temperature, humidity, flora, and regional culinary dishes. Details the Inkas, the Inka religion, Inkan architecture, agriculture, regional festivals, and city planning.
 
RUMBOS ONLINE: THE TRAVEL MAGAZINE OF PERU  (http://www.rumbosperu.com)
Travel magazine on Peru. Covers art, culture, archaeological museums, adventure, festivals, and ecology. Includes a bookstore, a location map, a photo gallery, and information on tourist spots. In English and Spanish.
 
TRAFICO ON LINE PERU  (http://www.traficoperu.com/espanol/)
An excellent resource for travelers whose destination is Peru. One of the important features of this web site is its search engines that enables the user to find airplane rates, hotels, car rentals, and complete tour packages. This Web site is like having a travel agency's computer terminal at your fingertips. Also includes extensive information about Peruvian cities, sports, restaurants, etc. In English and Spanish.
 
The trip maker  (http://www.orquidea.net/peru%5Ftravel%5Fcenter/the%5Ftrip%5Fmaker.htm)
Peru based tour operator. Provides details of regular and customized tours, events, and reservations. Features maps and weather data. In English, Spanish, and Italian.
 
Food and Beverages
 
COCINA INTERNACIONAL CON SAZON PERUANA   (http://www.cultura.com.pe/gastronomia/recetas/cocina/index.htm)
A collection of more than 200 cooking recipes of Peruvian and international cuisine. There are also tips and hints related to these topics. The dishes are categorized in sections: salads, soups, sea foods, meats, etc. There are also sections of Chinese, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and other European recipes with a Peruvian flavor. In Spanish.
 
RECETAS DE MAMA  (http://www.recetas.com)
This Web site includes a wide variety of recipes from the cuisine of Peru. The list of recipes and drinks is very extensive, covering most of the traditional cuisine of Peru. This site even has its own search engine which allows one to accurately find the recipes more quickly. In Spanish.
 
DEL PERU: COMIDAS TIPICAS  (http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Crete/7763/)
Peru has a variety of foods and drinks. This Web site includes a fine example of this important aspect of Peruvian culture. The site contains recipes for a number of foods and drinks categorized by soups, segundos (main dishes), desserts, and drinks. In Spanish.
 
ANTOJITOSPERUANOS.COM: TU BODEGA PERUANA EN INTERNET  (http://www.antojitosperuanos.com/)
A virtual store of Peruvian food products with the best quality and the lowest price. Some of these food products include spices, liquors, sodas, foods, and desserts. In Spanish.
 
BREWING VIRTUAL  (http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Lab/7522/)
The first virtual brewery of Peru. Everything you wanted yo know about beers. In this Web site you will learn about the process involved in making different types of beers, the selection of barley and other raw materials, and the chemical calculation needed for quality control purposes. This Web site was constructed by Hugo Aldón Ochoa, a local chemical engineer. In Spanish.
 

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