Huancayo

                  
Huancayo is a major Peruvian city in the Central Andes, both commercially and culturally. Colorful festivals take place throughout the year, while the city’s markets are some of the most interesting and traditional in Peru. Earthquakes have destroyed many of Huancayo’s colonial buildings over the years, but the city still has character. It’s not a prime tourist destination (although many tourists stop off on the way from Lima to Cusco), but it’s a rewarding city if you have time to explore.