South & Latin America » Peru
Gay Guide Peru
The age of consent for homosexual and heterosexual acts is 14 years. Consensual homosexual acts between adults have been legal since 1924. Comprehensive laws to protect homosexuals from discrimination were introduced in 2017. Since 2016, it has also been possible for transsexuals to have their gender modified in legal papers. A bill to allow same-sex marriage failed in 2015. According to a survey conducted in 2017, only 28% of respondents support gay marriage. Gays and lesbians are rarely fully accepted by their families and are expected to keep their affinities to themselves. Homosexuality is recognised as a reason for separation or divorce. But there are also at last efforts in Peru to strengthen the rights of gays and lesbians. Meanwhile there are even LGBT Pride parades in many cities. In the capital Lima, 2017, more people than ever took part in the parade - including numerous Peruvian politicians. The South American country borders the Pacific Ocean in the west - it offers a diverse cultural past as well as a great variety of landscapes: beautiful beaches, large areas of rainforest and mountains like the world-famous Andes.
Cities in Peru
Cuzco | Lima |
Location: Western Coast of South America
Initials: PER
International country code: 51 (omit 0 from area code)
International access code: 00
Language: Spanish, Quechua
Population: 29,988,000
Capital: Lima
Religions: 85% Roman Catholic, 13% Protestant
Climate: The highlands are best from Jun-Aug, and the beaches Dec-Mar. The rainy season is Dec-Mar.
Important gay cities: Lima
Top Hotels
Hotel Villa Carlotta
An heavenly retreat in the most panoramic area of Taormina, Hotel Villa Carlotta was built in 1860 for a local aristocratic family. With magnificent views across the sea and of Mount Etna, enchanting gardens, excellent Sicilian dining and an outdoor pool, this coastal idyll promises peace and exclusivity... more
Telégrafo Axel Hotel La Habana
TELÉGRAFO Axel HOTEL LA HABANA
IN THE HEART OF OLD HAVANA
Located in an iconic building in the centre of old Havana at number 408 on Prado Street, Telégrafo Axel Hotel La Habana is right on the popular corner of Prado and Neptuno, just steps away from the National Capitol Building and near the legendary bars La Floridita and La Bodeguita del Medio... more
Hotel Kaiserhof Wien
The HOTEL KAISERHOF WIEN is located in a quiet and central location, near the historical heart of Vienna. In the immediate vicinity you will find the underground station Karlsplatz (U1, U2, U4), the Kärntner Straße and the Ringstraße with its numerous tourist attractions and museums... more