Peru is a country in South America, South America with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Peru that most people don't know.
Peru has over 90 distinct micro-climates, making it one of the most ecologically diverse nations on the planet. Lima is the world's second-largest desert capital after Cairo.
Peru was the heart of the Inca Empire — the largest empire in pre-Columbian America.
Machu Picchu was only discovered by the outside world in 1911.
Peru has the highest navigable lake in the world — Lake Titicaca.
The potato originated in Peru — over 3,000 varieties grow there.
Peru has over 90 distinct micro-climates, making it one of the most ecologically diverse nations on the planet. Lima is the world's second-largest desert capital after Cairo.
Peru is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The 15th-century Inca citadel perched at 2,430m in the Andean clouds
World's highest navigable lake at 3,812m, home to the Uros floating reed islands
Mysterious geoglyphs visible only from the air, carved into the desert 1,500 years ago
A striped peak of 5,200m altitude with naturally occurring mineral rainbow colours
Peru has over 90 distinct micro-climates, making it one of the most ecologically diverse nations on the planet. Lima is the world's second-largest desert capital after Cairo.
The capital of Peru is Lima.
Peru has a population of approximately 33.4M.
The official languages of Peru are Spanish / Quechua.
Peru gained independence in 1821.
Peru uses the Sol (S/.).