Peru
Piruw
South America, Americas
Peru (Piruw) is a country in South America, South America. With a population of 34,350,244 and an area of 1,285,216 km², the capital city is Lima. The official languages are Aymara, Quechua and Spanish. The national currency is the Peruvian sol (S/ PEN).
Quick Facts
Economy
Peru has a GDP per capita of $8,452, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Geography
Peru is located in South America at coordinates 10.00°S, 76.00°W. It shares borders with 5 countries. The highest point is Huascarán at 6,768 m.
UNESCO World Heritage
Peru is home to 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
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World Heritage Sites
Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Peru, including Estadio Universidad San Marcos with a capacity of 67,469 seats.
67,469 seats
Frequently Asked Questions about Peru
- What is the capital of Peru?
- The capital of Peru is Lima.
- What is the population of Peru?
- Peru has a population of approximately 34,350,244 people.
- What currency does Peru use?
- Peru uses the Peruvian sol (S/ PEN).
- What languages are spoken in Peru?
- The official languages of Peru are Aymara, Quechua, Spanish.
- What is the area of Peru?
- Peru covers a total area of 1,285,216 km².
- What is the GDP per capita of Peru?
- The GDP per capita of Peru is approximately $8,452.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Peru have?
- Peru has 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.