Peru's national hero is José de la Riva-Agüero, who played a significant role in the country's fight for independence from Spanish colonial rule. He became the first president of Peru in 1823, symbolizing the struggle for freedom and national identity. His contributions to the independence movement and the establishment of the Peruvian state are celebrated in the country’s history.
National Anthem of Peru was created in 1821.
National Police of Peru was created in 1988.
National Library of Peru was created in 1821.
National Renewal - Peru - was created in 1992.
National Unity - Peru - was created in 2000.
The Andean Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus) is the national bird of Peru.
National Penitentiary Institute - Peru - was created in 1924.
National Solidarity Party - Peru - was created in 1999.
National Integration Party - Peru - was created in 1982.
Peru national football team was created in 1927.
As of 2007 the National Symphony Orchestra of Peru had ninety members.
Football is the national sport in Peru.