Peru - Wikipedia
WEBPeru, officially the Republic of Peru, is a country in western South America. It is bordered in the north by Ecuador and Colombia, in the east by Brazil, in the southeast by Bolivia, in the south by Chile, and in the south and west by the Pacific Ocean.
Peru | History, Flag, People, Language, Population, Map, & Facts
WEB3 days ago · Peru, country in western South America. Except for the Lake Titicaca basin in the southeast, its borders lie in sparsely populated zones. Peru has a great diversity of climates, ways of life, and economic activities. The capital is Lima. Learn more about the country, including its history, geography, and culture.
The 13 most incredible places to visit in Peru - Lonely Planet
WEBNov 10, 2023 · 1. Machu Picchu. Best for trekking. One of the New Seven Wonders of the World and Peru’s greatest claim to tourism fame, Machu Picchu lives up to its hype as a mystical and awe-inspiring 15th-century archaeological site.
Peru travel - Lonely Planet | South America
WEBPeru is as complex as its most intricate and exquisite weavings. Festivals mark ancient rites, the urban vanguard fuels innovation and nature bestows splendid diversity. Best Time to Visit
Portal Oficial de Turismo del Perú | Perú Travel
WEBContact. Comisión de Promoción del Perú para la Exportación y el Turismo PROMPERÚ . Calle 1 Oeste N° 050. San Isidro, Lima - Perú (511) 616 7300
Peru - World Factbook Glyph
WEB4 days ago · Peru was a country of immigration in the 19th and early 20th centuries, but has become a country of emigration in the last few decades. Beginning in the 19th century, Peru brought in Asian contract laborers mainly to work on coastal plantations. Populations of Chinese and Japanese descent - among the largest in Latin America - are economically ...
10 things to know before going to Peru - Lonely Planet
WEBNov 26, 2023 · Peru is a megadiverse country, offering countless adventures and cultural experiences for the intrepid – as well as potentially endless head-scratching and headache-inducing occurrences for the uninformed traveler.
Peru - Wikiwand
WEBPeru has a population of over 32 million, and its capital and largest city is Lima. At 1,285,216 km2, Peru is the 19th largest country in the world, and the third largest in South America. Peru, officially the Republic of Peru, is a country in western South America.
Peru country profile - BBC News
WEBSep 4, 2023 · Population: 32.2 million. Languages: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara, other indigenous languages. Life expectancy: 74 years (men) 79 years (women) LEADERS. President: Dina Boluarte. Getty Images. Vice...
Peru - The World Factbook
WEBDec 22, 2021 · View 69 Photos. Introduction. Background. Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peru declared its independence in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces were defeated in 1824.
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