Trujillo

Known as the city of Eternal spring for its mild year round climate, Trujillo is the 3rd largest city in Peru with a population of about 800,000. It is a Spanish colonial city with a rich history. First inaugurated in 1534, home to Simon Bolivar and the first Peruvian City to declare its independence from Spain.

Whilst the historic centre of the City is home to many colonial mansions and churches, it is also a changing city with many of the features of a modern city including shopping malls, cinemas and a varied nightlife. Trujillo is the educational centre of Northern Peru, boasting 5 large universities and many smaller colleges.

Outside of the city lies the fishing village and beach resort of Huanchaco. This is considered to be a surfers paradise with waves of upto 300 metres. The beachfront is packed with seafood restaurants selling the catch of the day.

On the edge of the city lies the fascinating UNESCO world heritage site Chan Chan. Dated back to 850AD, this was the largest Pre-Columbian city in South America. Other sites built by the same Moche people were La huaca de la Luna and La Huaca del sol.

Popular weekend trips for students to the school include the mountain resorts of Cajamarca and Huaraz or the beaches of Mancora.