The literacy rate for women in Peru is around 96%, according to data from UNESCO. This indicates that a large majority of women in Peru are able to read and write.

Peru's crime rate is moderate compared to other countries in the region, with higher rates of theft, robbery, and drug-related crimes. It is recommended for travelers to take normal precautions such as avoiding displaying expensive items in public and being aware of their surroundings, especially in crowded areas.

Lima, the capital and largest city, is the most important in Peru due to its economic and political significance. Other important cities include Arequipa, known for its historic architecture and surrounding volcanoes, and Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire and gateway to Machu Picchu.

Peru is a diverse country with various social groups, including indigenous populations like Quechua and Aymara, mestizos (mixed indigenous and Spanish heritage), Afro-Peruvians, and European-descended groups. There are also significant Asian and Middle Eastern communities in Peru. These social groups have contributed to the country's rich cultural tapestry.

The indigenous population of Peru increased due to improvements in healthcare and sanitation, leading to lower mortality rates. Additionally, better access to education and economic opportunities may have influenced the population growth.

Peru's population density:

(last updated June 30th, 2010)

population; 29,461,933

area(km2); 1,285,216

area(mi2); 496,225

density(km2); 23

density(mi2); 60

Peru's population is diverse and includes indigenous groups such as Quechua and Aymara, as well as mestizos (mixed Spanish and indigenous heritage), Afro-Peruvians, and immigrants from Europe, Asia, and other Latin American countries. The country's population is a mix of different cultures, languages, and traditions.

Three major cities in Peru are Lima (the capital and largest city), Arequipa (known for its well-preserved colonial architecture), and Cusco (a UNESCO World Heritage site and gateway to Machu Picchu).

The main language spoken in Lima, Peru is Spanish. However, there are also indigenous languages spoken in the region such as Quechua and Aymara, especially in rural areas or among indigenous populations. Additionally, some people in Lima may also speak English as a second language, particularly in more urban and tourist areas.

Peru's major industries include mining (especially copper, gold, zinc), agriculture (especially coffee, asparagus, and fruits), fishing, and textiles. Tourism is also an important sector for the country.

The main religions in Peru today are Roman Catholicism and Evangelical Protestantism. There is also a minority presence of other religions such as traditional Andean beliefs and Afro-Peruvian religions.

Approximately 85% of the population in Peru speaks Spanish as their first language. Additionally, many people in Peru also speak indigenous languages such as Quechua and Aymara.

Schools in Peru typically follow a traditional educational system with primary, secondary, and higher education levels. They usually operate in two shifts due to high demand. Schools often emphasize core subjects like math, language, and history, as well as cultural activities. Public education is free up to secondary level, but private schools are also popular.

The most famous is Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca pleasure palace built of stone and perched on top of a mountain. Machu Picchu was only discovered by Westerners in 1911, but was built around 1450. You can reach it by taking a 4-day guided hike along the "Inca Trail" from Cuzco, the capital of the Incas. You will cross multiple ecological zones and walk on stones hand-cut by Inca masons (and maintained for tourism). At dawn on the last day you arrive at Machu Picchu, which is usually shrouded in mist. You can also take a one-day trip by train to the site (there is no road to it). If you do the Inca Trail you return by train. Other wonderful places are: Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, Manu National Park, Nazca Lines, Chan Chan, Lambayeque.

The Yanomami community in Peru does not traditionally assign proper names to their members. Instead, they are often referred to in descriptive terms based on physical features or other characteristics.

L. Peru de Lacroix is a French author who wrote several books on subjects such as history, literature, and philosophy in the 19th century. Some of his works include "Memoirs of the Countess de Boigne," "History of the Reign of Charles IX," and "Memoirs of the Duchess d'Abrantes."

It's a limerick.

No, Edward Lear did not write "There Once was a Man from Peru." Lear was known for his limericks and nonsense poems, but this particular line is not attributed to him.

There was an old man from Peru,

Who dreamed he was eating his shoe.

He woke in the night with a terrible fright,

And found it was perfectly true.

Most limericks are anonymous apart from those of Edward Lear, which some would argue aren't really limericks.

It's nearly impossible to pin down the author of any particular limerick. I hope someone can be of more assistance here.

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Well, for high class students like me :D (im lucky, my family belongs to the high class which is only 2% of the polulation) school is cool, nice friends, drugs are never sold at schools (only university) nice teachers from all over the world (even Wales), nice food, beautifull gardens, chemistry and biology labs fully equipped, computer rooms filled with ibooks (which students can take home and use as their own completely free of charge), a music room with pianos, guitars, drums, etc. And a group of guys dressed in green who are allways cleaning the hallways (that we use as a trash can on purpose) and say "aver aver! que estan haciendo!" (hey! what are you dooing?!?!) in a tone which high class people find hilarious.

But the lower classes... about 90% of the population... they probably study in some crappy building with just enough money to buy their books, no computers, no nice welsh teachers, no internet, no green guys to clean the hallways, lots of drugs, violence, no labs, I even heard that there are some schools where the students s**t outside the toilet on purpose, I have a friend who went to Arequipa with some teachers and friends to help a public school and found human feces (s**t) in the lavatory. (I really pitty those guys and high class schools like mine always try to help them).

you say Peru in in Spanish just like you say it in English

Yes, pumas are found all over North, Central and South America.

It's the cock-of-the-rock, a tropical bird found throughout the tropical forest of Peru. It's main characteristic is it's contrasting red and black colors.