🇵🇪 Peru

Peru is a country in South America. Its capital is Lima, it has a population of about 35 million, it spans 1,285,216 km², and it uses the Peruvian sol (PEN).

Capital

Lima

Population

34,576,665

Area

1,285,216 km²

Currency

Peruvian sol (PEN)

Region

South America

Continent

South America

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What are the top cities to visit in Peru?

Lima Callao Arequipa Trujillo Piura Chiclayo Huancayo Cusco Iquitos Pucallpa Chimbote Tacna Ica Santiago de Surco Juliaca Cajamarca Huánuco Miraflores Santa Anita - Los Ficus Sullana Chincha Alta Ayacucho San Martin Puno

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