Peru Facts

Facts about Peru for Kids

Facts about Peru for Kids

Here are some interesting Peru Facts which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids.

  • Population: 33 million people live in Peru (2023)
  • Capital: Lima with 10.8 million inhabitants
  • Name: Republica del Peru (Republic of Peru)
  • Government: Presidential Republic
  • Language: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
  • Literacy: More than 94% of the people can read and write.
  • Religion: mainly Christians (of these about 60% are Roman Catholics)
  • Currency: 1 sol = 100 centimos
 
  • National Symbols: red and white (national colours), vicuna (national bird)
  • National Day: 28 July (Independence Day)