Discover Tingo Maria: A Hidden Gem in Peru
Tingo Maria is a hot and humid city nestled in theselva alta, which refers to the high jungle zone where the eastern foothills of the Andes meet the dense jungles of the Amazon Basin. Despite the heat, this energetic city, home to about 60,000 residents, is always abuzz with activity. Locals navigate the streets in mototaxis or on foot, while street vendors and market stall owners engage passersby with lively cries and shouts. Moreover, university students inject a youthful vibrancy into the city’s atmosphere.