Iquitos

The Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, located in Peru’s northern Loreto region at the confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, is the country’s largest and most pristine protected area. Spanning a […]

Commonly known as ‘The Venice of the Amazon,’ the Floating City of Belén is a unique cultural experience located near the outskirts of Iquitos, Peru. This shantytown, built on balsawood […]

Nestled within the Peruvian Amazon, the Amazon Refuge Wildlife Conservation Center serves as a hub for photographers, researchers, and nature enthusiasts. This center focuses on sustainable tourism, employing local people […]

In Iquitos, Peru, the Amazon Rescue Center serves as a sanctuary for orphaned and injured manatees. This center provides care and protection, nurturing the gentle aquatic mammals until they are […]

The Itaya River, a tributary of the Amazon, flows through the northern Loreto Region of Peru, forming the eastern border of Iquitos and running alongside the floating town of Belén. […]

Dominating the Plaza de Armas in Iquitos, the 2-story Iron House (Casa de Fierro) stands as a striking contrast to the rugged surroundings of this jungle town. Designed by Gustave […]

The Nanay River, a slow tributary of the Amazon, meanders along the northern border of Iquitos, a city nestled in the Peruvian rainforest. When water levels drop, rare white-sand beaches […]