What to know before visiting Iquitos, Peru

Iquitos, Peru, what an exciting place.

A few things I have noticed here in Iquitos.

Red/Green lights or any form of a stop sign is a suggestion. There are so many moto-taxis. I feel like I am in southeast Asia, and it is so loud that I have not heard myself think for at least a week. Even in the hostel and at night!

I am used to Latin America, and it’s being loud, but Iquitos is on another level.

The ceviche and food is so good and spicy, and I have tried every juice and fruit I can find. They eat everything, including turtle.

The other day there was some political drama, as I believe the president is corrupt, and he was arrested, that same day, I was at a market, and the police showed up, and we all ran. I ran because they ran.

Running in 100-degree heat was not fun; I sweated out every toxin I may or may not have in my body. So yes it is hot.

The people have been friendly to me, and the catcalling exists here. I have learned to ignore it, smile, and keep walking.

I have heard that it can be dangerous in some areas; however, I practice the same level of caution I would go in any big Latin American city; so far, I have had no issues, and I…