Peru

About Peru

Peru, officially the Republic of Peru, is a country in South America. Its capital and largest political center is Lima. It covers an area of roughly 1,285,216 square kilometers.

The main languages spoken across Peru include Aymara, Quechua, Spanish. Day-to-day trade runs on the Peruvian sol (PEN), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter. Peru has its own coastline, giving it direct access to maritime trade routes.

FAQs

What is the capital of Peru?
Lima is the capital of Peru.

What currency is used in Peru?
Day-to-day trade runs on the Peruvian sol (PEN), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter.

How many countries border Peru?
Peru shares a land border with 5 countries.

What is the calling code for Peru?
To call Peru from abroad, dial the international access code followed by +51.