City: Peru

Peru, Peru

Capital and largest city: Lima 12°2.6′S 77°1.7′W / 12.0433°S 77.0283°W / -12.0433; -77.0283

Official language: Spanish

Co-official languages: Quechua Aymara

Ethnic groups (2017): 45% Amerindian 37% Mestizo 15% White 1.3% Black (Afro-peruvian) 1.2% Asian (majority Chinese and Japanese) 0.5% others

Demonym: Peruvian

Government: Unitary Presidential republic

• President: Martín Vizcarra

• 1st Vice President: Mercedes Aráoz

• Prime Minister: César Villanueva

Legislature: Congress of the Republic

Independence from the Kingdom of Spain

• Declared: 28 July 1821

• Consolidated: 9 December 1824

• Recognized: 14 August 1879

Area

• Total: 1,285,216 km (496,225 sq mi) (19th)

• Water (%): 0.41

Population

• 2018 estimate: 32,553,697 (41st)

• 2007 census: 28,220,764

• Density: 23/km (59.6/sq mi)

GDP (PPP): 2018 estimate

• Total: $449.153 billion (38th)

• Per capita: $13,963 (90th)

GDP (nominal): 2018 estimate

• Total: $221.710 billion (42nd)

• Per capita: $6,892 (82nd)

Gini (2015): 44.3 medium

HDI (2015): 0.740 high · 87th

Currency: Sol (PEN)

Time zone: PET (UTC−5)

Date format: dd.mm.yyyy (CE)

Drives on the: right

Calling code: +51

ISO 3166 code: PE

Internet TLD: .pe

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Top 6 Educational sites in Peru, Peru

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Coordinates: 10°S 76°W / 10°S 76°W / -10; -76
Restaurants in Peru

1. Planetario Nacional IGP

Calle Badajoz 169, Ate Vitarte Mayorazgo IV Etapa, Lima Peru +(51)3172323 [email protected] http://planetario.igp.gob.pe/

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5.0 based on 7 reviews

2. Ballestas Islands

Paracas National Reserve, Pisco Peru +51 1 7177500 http://www.sernanp.gob.pe

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4.5 based on 503 reviews

These islands are known for their many caves and arches that serve as shelter to more than 1500 species of marine birds and a large number of sea lions.

Reviewed By Kelstar1972 - Melbourne, Australia

Given I’d been to the Galapagos I was a little skeptical and hadn’t planned on doing the trip but I’m so glad I did. It was only short and truly beautiful ! Lots of bird life, sea lions, penguins and views ! Really nice trip, short and really cheap !

3. Brisas del Titicaca

Jiron Heroes de Tarapaca 168, Lima 15001 Peru +51 1 7516960 [email protected] http://www.brisasdeltiticaca.com

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4.5 based on 1,004 reviews

The Association Brisas del Titicaca presents a spectacular show of typical dances , music throughout Peru . The performances are intertwined with live music and dancing. Guests can also enjoy local food and drinks.

Reviewed By LimaExpert

The coreographies are wonderful showing the richness of Peruvian folklore. The orchestra plays very good music and gives chance to attendees to dance salsa and other rhythms.Perfect place for taking visitors of all ages.

4. La Casona Velarde Alvarez

Plaza Mayor, Ayacucho Peru

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4.5 based on 9 reviews

5. Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano

Melgar 109, Arequipa Peru +51 54 891020 [email protected] http://www.cultural.edu.pe/

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4.0 based on 22 reviews

The Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano (Peruvian-North American Cultural Centre) was established in 1955. It offers English classes and various cultural activities and events throughout the year and has a Spanish-English library, a multimedia center with Internet access, a large theater and two art galleries with monthly exhibitions. It has an outdoor cafe.

6. Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos

Callao, Lima, Peru, Lima Peru http://www.unmsm.edu.pe/

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4.0 based on 18 reviews

City: Peru

Top Things to do in Peru

Top Hotels in Peru

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Top 6 Educational sites in Peru, Peru

1. Planetario Nacional IGP

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2. Ballestas Islands

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Reviewed By Kelstar1972 - Melbourne, Australia

3. Brisas del Titicaca

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4. La Casona Velarde Alvarez

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5. Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano

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6. Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos

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