http://www.fertur-travel.com/iquitos_tours.html Iquitos is in the heart of Peru's northern jungle, and the gateway to exploring the Amazon. Its the capital of Loreto, a region that makes up a third of Peru's territory. The city lies on the banks of a secondary branch of the Amazon, just a short distance from where it meets the Napo and Nanay Rivers. In the floating barrio of Belén canals replace streets, and homes are built on stilts or rafts that rise and fall with the river. Iquitos is the starting point for journeys to a range of forest lodges and jungle retreats. In this flooded landscape, people depend more on boats than on cars. It is said that Iquitos is the largest city in the world that cannot be reached by road. A zoo on the outskirts of town offers the chance to see the birds, animals and monkeys native to the region up close. Along the riverfront old colonial mansions built during the rubber boom mix with modern restaurants along a causeway covered in mosaic tiles. The most famous building is the Iron House, designed and constructed by Gustave Eiffel. Brought in pieces from Europe, it was the first pre-fabricated building in Latin America. Its been restored and is now a restaurant with views of the citys main square. Fertur Peru Travel. A full service travel agency and tour operator dedicated to making your journey to Peru a dream come true. Visit us at: http://www.fertur-travel.com/iquitos_tours.html Amazon Lodge in peru Iquitos Peru Iquitos Tour Tour Iquitos Trekking Inca Trail Inca Trail Trek Amazon Rainforest lodges River Cruises Peru Packages Belen Market Machu Picchu Vacations Peru Vacation Packages Peru Vacation Package Peru Travel Packages Tour Operator Peru Hiking Inca Trail Peru Vacation Packages Inca Trail Packages Peru Travel Guide Travel in Peru Peru Travel Vacations Trips to Peru Luxury Peru Tours