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Peru
Located in western South America, Peru is a country that is bordered by Brazil on the east, by Chile on the south, by Ecuador and Colombia on the north, and by the Pacific Ocean on the west.
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There are no ski resorts in Peru, but it is possible to find an outfitter who will arrange a ski-mountaineering expedition.
How many mountains are in Peru?
Hundreds of them. Mexico has three mountain ranges: the Sierra Madre Occidental, Sierra Madre Oriental and Sierra Madre del Sur. Due to the subtropical climate found-out through Mexico, most mountains are not snow-capped.
Some examples include:
- Pico de Orizaba
- Popocatepetl
- Colima volcano
- Nevado de Toluca
- Cerro Tiotepec
- Cerro El Nacimiento
What is the biggest export in Peru?
There are a wide number of exports in Peru. These include copper, gold, zinc, petroleum, coffee, as well as potatoes.
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Where can one find information about vacations in Peru?
There are many different places one could go to plan a trip to Peru. A local travel agent may be able to help you find a great deal on a trip to Peru as well as help you plan an itinerary. There are also websites that can help in your trip planning including Peruvian Travel Plan and Frommer's.
When did Peru gain it's independence from Spain?
Peru gained independence from Spain on July 28th 1821
What is the atmospheric pressure of Cuzco Peru?
It's the preassure, I mean, since the highlands are HIGH, the distance between the .. sky let's say .. and the lands is less than the one from the coast, so the air preassure is much stronger. If you are not accustomed to it, you will have some difficulty breathing, and if you run or whatever that requires a modarated physical movement you will feel like no air is coming into your lungs, but anyways, I think that 3 days are enough to get used to the air preassure :D
Peru is 496,226 square miles - roughly the size of Alaska. The United States as a whole is approximatly 3,537,441 square miles, over 7X the size of Peru.
What is the standard of living in Peru?
In the rural areas the standard of living is very low. On paper, the general state of the economy looks bad, with little growth for the past 30 years. There is however a widespread and large 'informal' economy that the official figures do not show, smuggling goods into Brazil and Argentine being a large and profitable part of that informal economy and a source of income for many people.
When did Peru obtain its independence from its colonists?
1821; it was the last country in South America to gain its independence.
What are the health requirements for travel to Peru?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends these vaccinations for travel to Peru from the United States: Routine Recommended if you are not up-to-date with routine shots such as, measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria/pertussis/tetanus (DPT) vaccine, poliovirus vaccine, etc. Yellow Fever CDC yellow fever vaccination recommendation for travelers to Peru: For all travelers >9 months of age traveling to the areas east of the Andes Mountains. Travelers who are limiting travel to the cities of Cuzco and Machu Picchu do not need vaccination. Peru recommends vaccination for those who intend to visit any jungle areas of the country <2,300 m (<7,546 ft.). Vaccination should be given 10 days before travel and at 10 year intervals if there is on-going risk. Find an authorized U.S. yellow fever vaccination clinic. Hepatitis A or immune globulin (IG) Recommended for all unvaccinated people traveling to or working in countries with an intermediate or high level of hepatitis A virus infection (see map) where exposure might occur through food or water. Cases of travel-related hepatitis A can also occur in travelers to developing countries with "standard" tourist itineraries, accommodations, and food consumption behaviors. Hepatitis B Recommended for all unvaccinated persons traveling to or working in countries with intermediate to high levels of endemic HBV transmission (see map), especially those who might be exposed to blood or body fluids, have sexual contact with the local population, or be exposed through medical treatment (e.g., for an accident). Typhoid Recommended for all unvaccinated people traveling to or working in Tropical South America, especially if visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas and staying with friends or relatives where exposure might occur through food or water. Rabies Recommended for travelers spending a lot of time outdoors, especially in rural areas, involved in activities such as bicycling, camping, or hiking. Also recommended for travelers with significant occupational risks (such as veterinarians) for long-term travelers and expatriates living in areas with a significant risk of exposure, and for travelers involved in any activities that might bring them into direct contact with bats. Children are considered at higher risk because they tend to play with animals, may receive more severe bites, or may not report bites. Note: Rabies vaccine is temporarily in limited supply. For updates on the rabies vaccine supply, please check the Rabies News and Highlights page regularly. See the Related Link for more information.
Which ancient civilization developed in what is now Peru?
The Inca lived in modern day Peru. One major city was Machu Picchu. The capital was located in Cusco, Peru. The empire stretched from Columbia to Chile.
I'm from Peru. Grew up there for the first 10 years of my life...never saw a lemon til I came to Canada. Saw plenty of limes though...smaller than the ones up here.
Date Peru came into existence?
Peru fought for its independence from Spain in 1810, becoming an independent country in 1822.
What are the similarities between Australia and Peru?
The similarities are many and include:
- both have Queen Elizabeth II as Head of State, represented by a Governor-General in Australia;
- Both are members of the Commonwealth of Nations;
- The Queen's head appears on the back of all coins;
- both speak English and Australian English is much closer to British English than American English (eg: boot of a car, not trunk; lift, not elevator);
- Both have a Prime Minister and the system of government is closely based on the British model, and all bills are given Royal Assent (by the Governor-General or State Governor, on behalf of the Queen) to be made law or acts of parliament;
- The legal system is closely based on the British model (solicitors, barristers, court dress, "The Queens vs..." in court cases;
- Both eat meat pies;
- Both love drinking alcohol (beer, especially);
- Both love and play cricket;
- Both drive on the left side of the road;
- Cars have the steering wheel on the right side (not left as in America);
- The architecture (particularly 19th and early 20th century) is identical;
- Many place/suburb/town names are the same (eg: Hyde Park, Balmoral, Liverpool, Albury, Stanmore, Windsor, Brighton, Doncaster, Exmouth, Kensington, Redcliffe, and may more!)
- The word "Royal" is used for a number of organisations such as Royal Australian Navy, Royal Australian Mint, Royal Easter Show, Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Royal Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), etc - like selected British organisations have;
- All Australian navy ships are titled HMAS - Her Majesty's Australian Ship - HMS is used in Britain;
What are the inhabitants of Peru?
The population of Peru is 59.5% Mestizo, 22.7% Quechuas, 2.7% Aymara (natives from Bolivia and Chile), 1.8% Amazonian, 1.6% Black or Mulatto, 4.9% White, and 6.7% Asian.
Why are llamas the national symbol for Peru?
Yes, and the Bolivian national bird is the Andean condor.
