Geography
Peru is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are -10, -76; it has Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador.
Neighboring countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador
South America
Peru
Peru is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Lima
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 34.4 million
- Area
- 1,285,216 km²
- Currency
- Peruvian sol (PEN)
- Official language
- Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
- Calling code
- +51
- Internet TLD
- .pe
- Time zone
- UTC-05:00
Peru map preview: -10.00, -76.00
People and Culture
Peru uses Aymara, Quechua, Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Peru varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Peru is recorded with the official name Republic of Peru. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Lima
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Lima
- Time zone data: UTC-05:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Peru is grouped under South America.
- Peru has a listed area of 1,285,216 km².
- Peru is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Peru
What is the capital of Peru?
The capital of Peru is Lima.
What continent is Peru in?
Peru is in South America.
What currency does Peru use?
Peru uses the Peruvian sol.
What language is spoken in Peru?
Aymara, Quechua, Spanish is listed for Peru in this database.