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Peru

History

Peru declared independence or statehood, marking a decisive political break.
Peru consolidated its post-independence political order.
Peru's sovereignty gained formal recognition.
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CapitalLima
Population34.4M
Area1,285,216 km2
CurrencyPeruvian sol

Short facts

RegionWestern South America / Andean
LanguageAymara, Quechua
Time zonePET (UTC-5)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Machu Picchu: The iconic Inca citadel in the Andes, one of the world's greatest archaeological wonders.
  • Amazon Basin: Iquitos and Manu National Park offer access to pristine Amazonian wilderness.
  • Lake Titicaca: The highest navigable lake in the world, home to the Uros floating reed islands.

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Planning questions

What is Peru known for?Machu Picchu, Amazon Basin, Lake Titicaca.
What is the capital?Lima.
Which language is useful?Aymara, Quechua.
When is the national day?28 July.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

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Food & drink

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Known for

Machu PicchuAmazon BasinLake TiticacaLimaStreet foodCoffee
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