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The Paracas National Reserve covers an area of 335,000 hectares and was created in 1975. It is a primary marine reserve with an extremely high concentration of marine birds, some of them very rare.
The seas here are very rich in marine life, and the unique but rather harsh desert environment ('paracas' means raining sand in Quechua) is also a home for many species of migratory birds. As well as the wildlife, there is also a strong human history here, as the Paracas culture thrived here over 9,000 years ago.
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Places near Paracas Nature Reserve
- Lima 245 kilometers away
- Machu Picchu 406 kilometers away
- Sacred Valley 425 kilometers away
- Cuzco 459 kilometers away
- Colca Canyon 471 kilometers away
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Accommodation choices for Paracas Nature Reserve
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Paracas Nature Reserve. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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Hotel Paracas Luxury Collection
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DoubleTree Hilton
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