Peru

Peru has one time zone, Peru Time (PET), which is located in the UTC-5 zone, 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Half of the year the time in eastern North America (Toronto, New York, Washington DC, Miami, etc) matches the time in Peru. However since North America observes daylight savings time and Peru does not, this does not match in the summer.

Libya has no tropical rain forests, present day. It is located in fairly dry and arid North Africa, on the Mediterranean Sea.

In Lima, Peru, the high temperatures typically range from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit (around 18-24 degrees Celsius), while the low temperatures can dip into the mid-50s Fahrenheit (around 12-15 degrees Celsius). Lima has a mild and temperate climate due to its coastal location.

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Well it depends on which part of Peru; in the coast, the weather varies... it's very damp and humid, but if you're talking about the Highlands, it's mostly sunny during the day, and the heat descends during the night. In the Amazons... it's tropical all year long!

Peruvians grow the next fruits: apples, oranges, the famous Huando seedless orange, grapes, guanavana, camu camu, bananas, plantain, avocado, tomatoes, mangoes, lucuma, watermelon, papaya, tangerines, passion fruit, star fruit, prickle pears, pears and many more fruits from the amazon area that many people have no idea.

Peru has no hurricanes. The waters off Peru are cold all year round this is due to the Peru current thus making the Pacific coast of not only Peru but of all south America virtually immune to hurricanes. In fact most of Peru's coast is desert due to the rainshadow effect caused by the Andes.Peru's capital Lima, gets little to no rainfall all year round, it only drizzles.

Lima, Peru is in the southern hemisphere.

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).

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.

Peru Trivia and Fun Facts. Quinua is a Peruvian high protein cereal with 25 varieties. Olluco is a Peruvian tuber with over 30 varieties. The potato is originally from Peru and they produce over 3000 varieties. The Tomato is originally from Peru, and it is a close relative of the Potato. The corn from Peru is a variety with the biggest kernels in the world amongst 32 others produced. Corn is originally from the Americas, including Peru. The Avocado is originally from Peru and they produce the softest variety. Peruvian food has 468 different registered typical dishes . The finest cottons in the world, Pima and Tanguis are Peruvian. The weeping willow is originally from Peru and it produces the base for aspirin Tara is a Peruvian tree from which tannin is produced for the production of dyes Yacon, a tuber similar to the yucca (cassava,manioc), is originally from Peru and is the base for insulin Maca, a Peruvian root, known as Huanarpo Macha is what VIAGRA is made from; it has been in use in Peru for hundreds of years The Plaza de Acho is the second oldest bull ring made in the world. It was built in the days of viceroy Amat in 1766 The National University of San Marcos is the oldest in the Americas and was founded on the 12th of May of 155 The oldest newspaper in South America is El Peruano, founded by Simon Bolivar in Lima in 1825 The highest train pass in the world is in Ticlio at 4815 meters above sea level (15793 feet). This passenger train is now again departing from Lima once a week. The deepests canyons in the world are Cotahuasi with 3600 meters ( 11,810 ft ) and Colca with 3400 meters ( 11,150 ft ). Both are in Arequipa, the second most important city in Peru. The Colorado Grand Canyon is only 1600 meters in depth (1 mile) The Andes mountains in Peru have : * 50 peaks over 6000 meters ( 19,685 ft ). * 1769 Glaciers * 12000 lakes and lagoons of different lenghts and depths In Peru, you can find 1701 species of birds, making it the most in any country in the world. Mejia lakes in Arequipa are the habitat of thousands of migratory birds. More than 150 varieties come each year, 50% of which are permanent residents and the rest come from all parts of the world. Peru is second in the world with 34 species of primates., third with 361 species of mammals, fifth with 297 species of reptiles and 251 amphibious. Peru has 84 of the 103 ecological zones in the world. The Peruvian flower is the Cantuta, and the bird is the Gallito de las Rocas (the rooster of the rocks). Entomologists in Madre de Dios found a Shihuahuaco (asterix) tree with 5000 insect species of which 80% were seen for the first time. The first catalogue of Peruvian flora, categorizes 3000 varieties of which : * 524 are edible * 401 are wood * 334 are toxic for the use of insecticides * 213 are medicinal * 110 are used for colorants * 100 are used for the manufacturing of tools * 90 are ornamental * 36 are used for the production of oils and waxes * 35 are used for the manufacturing of drinks. In Peru you can find close to 1625 types of orchids.(425 in the Machu Picchu area) Sunflowers are native to Peru and were domesticated around 1000 B.C.Francisco Pizarro found the Inca subjects venerating the sunflower as an image of their sun god.Gold images of the flower, as well as seeds, were taken back to Europe early in the 16th century Four out of ten cereals are original from Peru (quinua, corn,cañihua and kiwicha). The kiwicha is the cereal that the NASA astronauts take on their trips. Peru is the biggest producer in Latin America of gold, zinc and lead.It is the second world producer of copper. Antamina is the biggest mine in the world and Camisea is the second biggest gas reserve. You can find 28 different climates in Peru, making it to be one of the 5 biggest biodiversities in the world. In the Peruvian ocean you can find over 700 fish species and 400 crustaceans. 20 out of 67 species of whales in the world as well. The Amazon rivers, which starts in Peru, is the longest in the world, and one of the two cleanest (Congo river being the other). It flows 150,000 cubic meters per second. The Lord of Sipan tomb, in Chiclayo, is the oldest in the Americas and the most magnificent. It can only be compared with the tomb of Tutankamon in Egypt. Caral, just 114 miles north of Lima, is the oldest discovered city in the Americas (3000 years BC). On the last coffee exposition in Paris, Peruvian coffee was voted the best by both American end European tasters, out of 33 presented. Pisco is Peruvian and the Pisco Sour is the most popular cocktail.

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.

I do not know of a Peruvian group that matches this description. Interestingly, though, the Huichol people of Mexico do not tell strangers their correct names; they fear strangers would use their names to open them up to sorcery, which they believe would endanger their crops, health and even lives. Instead, they give false names to people they don't know, including visitors such as medical personnel and census takers.

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."