Overview of Peruvian Holidays
Summary:This article describes public holidays and special holidays in Peru that may affect the progress of freight.
Some common public holidays in Peru
Easter (Semana Santa): Usually in March or April, it is a week-long religious
festival during which many people go to the seaside or the countryside for vacation.
Independence Day (Día de la Independencia): July 28, commemorating Peru's
independence.
All Saints' Day (Día de Todos los Santos): November 1, a holiday to
commemorate the dead.
Christmas (Navidad): December 25, Peruvians also celebrate Christmas like the
rest of the world.
Special Holidays
Inca Sun Festival (Inti Raymi): This is one of the most important festivals in the Inca Empire, celebrating the arrival of the winter solstice and the rebirth of the sun god. Every year on June 24, a grand celebration is held in the ancient city of Machu Picchu, including sacrifices, dances and parades.
Fiesta de la Virgen de la Candelaria: This is one of the largest religious festivals in South America and is held in Puno every February. The festival combines elements of Catholicism and Inca culture, with grand parades, masked dances and traditional music performances.
Fiesta de Pachacamac: Pachacamac is the creator god in Inca mythology, and this festival is held in his honor. Every October, the festival is held at the Pachacamac archaeological site near Lima.
Other festivals worth noting
Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos): Similar to the Day of the Dead in Mexico, Peruvians also
commemorate their deceased relatives on November 1st and 2nd.
Traditional festivals in various places: Peru has its own unique traditional festivals in
various parts of the country, such as the traditional textile festivals in the Andes and tribal
sacrifices in the Amazon region.