The WTA annually recognizes the excellence of the best travel destinations around the world. Photo: LR Composition
Peru It won four awards in the categories of best culinary, cultural and leading destination in South America at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2023, also known as the “Oscars of Tourism”. Additionally, Machu Picchu It has been decorated as the region's main tourist attraction. The WTAa reference in the industry, annually recognizes the excellence of best travel destinations the whole world.
The ceremony of World Travel Awards It took place at the hotel last Friday, December 1st Burj Al Arab JumeirahIn Dubaithe capital of United Arab Emirates. This award is not only a recognition of the country, but also a showcase to highlight the beauty and work of Latin America.
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In the category of the world's leading cultural destinations 2023 Peru won for the third time in a row, surpassing other nominated countries such as: Cambodia (Asia's Best Cultural Destination 2023), Cuba (best cultural destination in the Caribbean 2023), Spain (best cultural destination in Europe 2023) and Vietnam (Asia's Best Cultural City Destination 2023 and Asia's Best Cultural Tourist Attraction 2023).
Lima has surpassed Paris, Barcelona and London as the best heritage site in the world. Photo: Peru Travel
Additionally, in the 2023 World's Leading Culinary Destinations category: Peru won from 2012 to 2019 – he won in 2020 Italy– and as of 2021, the country has won again in this category worldwide: it has exceeded Italy, Mexico either Argentina.
Finally, in the category of the world's leading cultural cities in 2023: Peru won for the first time, beating cities like Barcelona, Spain), Paris, France), Prague, Czech Republic) either London, United Kingdom).
“These awards are a reflection and recognition of the collective efforts of all Peruvians and highlight the cultural and gastronomic diversity of the country,” explained the Executive President of Promperú. Angelica Matsudafor Andina.
Peru defeated Italy and France in the WTA 2023
“Our country has won these two important awards at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2023, known as the Oscars of tourism, and in this way we continue to cement ourselves as a great global tourist destination.” “Two incredible recognitions that reflect the customs, ancient traditions and honor our country’s exquisite gastronomy!” Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru And PromPeru on their Instagram accounts.
With the awards from leading culinary destination, leading cultural destination, leading destination and leading tourist attraction from South America for Machu PicchuPeru is becoming a cultural and tourist reference in the world.