The Americas

Study in Peru

Spanish in Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire.

Peru

The Americas · Spanish

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About the country

About Peru

Peru has a many-layered geography, from the deserts of the Pacific coast to the high peaks of the Andes and the Amazon rainforest. The legacy of the Inca civilisation is felt everywhere, and Quechua is widely spoken alongside Spanish. Peruvian cuisine, which attracts attention worldwide, blends flavours from many cultures and is one of the most enjoyable ways to discover the country.

Peru's General Spanish programme is in Cusco, a high-altitude city in the Andes that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. With colonial buildings set on Inca stone walls, historic squares and UNESCO World Heritage status, Cusco is the gateway to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. It is an inspiring place to learn a language for students with an interest in history and archaeology.

  • A Spanish school in Cusco
  • The gateway to Machu Picchu
  • A historic high-altitude city in the Andes
Why this country

Why Peru?

Spanish in Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire.

  • At the heart of Inca heritage

    In Cusco you pass Inca walls every day, and at weekends you can explore the archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

  • Andean landscapes

    The mountains around the city, hiking routes and highland villages let you combine language study with unforgettable experiences in nature.

  • Where cultures meet

    In Cusco, where Spanish and Quechua are heard side by side, you can get to know Andean culture, traditional festivals and local food up close.

Life and climate

PeruCapital: Lima

Climate

Altitude defines Cusco's climate: in the dry season, roughly May to September, days are sunny and nights cold, while November to March is the rainy season.

Student life

A slow pace is recommended for your first days in Cusco while you adjust to the altitude. The historic centre is explored on foot, and San Pedro Market, meeting friends in the Plaza de Armas and trips to the Sacred Valley bring daily life to life.

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Schools in Peru

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