The document provides information about Peruvian culture, history, and tourism. It discusses several Pre-Inca and Inca cultures that inhabited Peru and influenced Peruvian traditions. It then summarizes key aspects of Peruvian geography, government, economy, languages, cuisine, religions, dances, writers, and national symbols. It also lists several popular tourist destinations in Peru including archaeological sites like Machu Picchu and Nazca Lines, lakes like Lake Titicaca, and national parks like Manu National Park.
Peru is located on the western coast of South America, bordering the South Pacific Ocean. It has a population of 29.5 million people and its capital and largest city is Lima, home to over 8 million people. Some key facts about Peru's culture include that Spanish is the official language, though Quechua, Aymara and other indigenous languages are also spoken. Traditional Peruvian arts include weaving, architecture and pan flute and charango music. Major holidays celebrated in Peru are Candelaria, Children's Day, Labor Day, All Saints' Day and Day of the Dead. Popular activities for visitors include hiking in the Andes Mountains, visiting the Inca ruins in Cusco and traveling by
Peru is located on the west coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a diverse geography that includes coasts, mountains, and rainforests. Culturally, Peru was influenced by indigenous Inca and Spanish traditions as well as African, Asian, and European cultures. Music and dances like the marinera reflect Peru's diverse cultural influences and incorporation of instruments like panpipes.
Peru is a South American country located on the western coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a population of over 29 million people and its capital and largest city is Lima. Peru has a long history with several ancient civilizations, including the Mochica, Chimu, and Inca empires, before being conquered by Spain in the 16th century. Peru's culture is rooted in both indigenous Andean traditions and Spanish influences.
The geography of Peru is divided into three main regions: the Amazon Basin, coastal region, and Andean mountain ranges. Each region has a unique climate and biodiversity. Peru has over 2,000 species of native potatoes and is the ancestral home of the potato. Machu Picchu, the famous Inca citadel located in the Andes, is Peru's most visited tourist attraction.
Peru is a country located on the western coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a population of approximately 29.5 million people and was home to advanced pre-Columbian civilizations like the Mochica and Inca empires. The official capital and largest city of Peru is Lima. Peru has a diverse landscape that includes coastal deserts, Andean mountains, and Amazon rainforest. The country also has a diverse culture with influences from indigenous Andean and Amazonian traditions as well as Spanish, African, and Asian immigrant communities.
Peru has a population of approximately 29.9 million people with a density of 56 people per square mile. The Andes Mountains and Lake Titicaca are important physical features. Peru gained independence from Spain in 1821 and is a constitutional republic where men and women can vote. The majority religion is Roman Catholic and the median age is 26 years old for males and females. Key exports include copper, gold, zinc, petroleum, and coffee.
Peru has a history that dates back over 10,000 years, with early cultures thriving in the Andean highlands. The Inca Empire was one of the largest and most sophisticated empires in the world until the Spanish conquest in 1532. Peru was then colonized by Spain and became an important source of gold and silver for the Spanish crown. Independence was achieved in the early 19th century after efforts led by Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin, though Peru struggled with political instability afterwards. Today, Peru has a population of almost 30 million inhabitants, with Spanish and Quechua as the dominant languages among its diverse ethnic groups.
The document provides information about Peru in 3 paragraphs. Peru is located in western South America, bordered by Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile. It has a population of 29.5 million people and is divided into 25 regions. The main economic activities are agriculture, fishing, mining and manufacturing. It discusses Peru's government and politics, with Congress sitting in Lima and the president serving as head of state for 5 years.
Peru is located on the western coast of South America, bordering the South Pacific Ocean. It has a population of 29.5 million people and its capital and largest city is Lima, home to over 8 million people. Some key facts about Peru's culture include that Spanish is the official language, though Quechua, Aymara and other indigenous languages are also spoken. Traditional Peruvian arts include weaving, architecture and pan flute and charango music. Major holidays celebrated in Peru are Candelaria, Children's Day, Labor Day, All Saints' Day and Day of the Dead. Popular activities for visitors include hiking in the Andes Mountains, visiting the Inca ruins in Cusco and traveling by
Peru is located on the west coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a diverse geography that includes coasts, mountains, and rainforests. Culturally, Peru was influenced by indigenous Inca and Spanish traditions as well as African, Asian, and European cultures. Music and dances like the marinera reflect Peru's diverse cultural influences and incorporation of instruments like panpipes.
Peru is a South American country located on the western coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a population of over 29 million people and its capital and largest city is Lima. Peru has a long history with several ancient civilizations, including the Mochica, Chimu, and Inca empires, before being conquered by Spain in the 16th century. Peru's culture is rooted in both indigenous Andean traditions and Spanish influences.
The geography of Peru is divided into three main regions: the Amazon Basin, coastal region, and Andean mountain ranges. Each region has a unique climate and biodiversity. Peru has over 2,000 species of native potatoes and is the ancestral home of the potato. Machu Picchu, the famous Inca citadel located in the Andes, is Peru's most visited tourist attraction.
Peru is a country located on the western coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a population of approximately 29.5 million people and was home to advanced pre-Columbian civilizations like the Mochica and Inca empires. The official capital and largest city of Peru is Lima. Peru has a diverse landscape that includes coastal deserts, Andean mountains, and Amazon rainforest. The country also has a diverse culture with influences from indigenous Andean and Amazonian traditions as well as Spanish, African, and Asian immigrant communities.
Peru has a population of approximately 29.9 million people with a density of 56 people per square mile. The Andes Mountains and Lake Titicaca are important physical features. Peru gained independence from Spain in 1821 and is a constitutional republic where men and women can vote. The majority religion is Roman Catholic and the median age is 26 years old for males and females. Key exports include copper, gold, zinc, petroleum, and coffee.
Peru has a history that dates back over 10,000 years, with early cultures thriving in the Andean highlands. The Inca Empire was one of the largest and most sophisticated empires in the world until the Spanish conquest in 1532. Peru was then colonized by Spain and became an important source of gold and silver for the Spanish crown. Independence was achieved in the early 19th century after efforts led by Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin, though Peru struggled with political instability afterwards. Today, Peru has a population of almost 30 million inhabitants, with Spanish and Quechua as the dominant languages among its diverse ethnic groups.
The document provides information about Peru in 3 paragraphs. Peru is located in western South America, bordered by Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile. It has a population of 29.5 million people and is divided into 25 regions. The main economic activities are agriculture, fishing, mining and manufacturing. It discusses Peru's government and politics, with Congress sitting in Lima and the president serving as head of state for 5 years.
Quechua has been spoken in the Andes region of South America for a long time, even before the Inca Empire. After the Spanish conquest in the 16th century, Quechua continued to be used widely to communicate between the Spanish and indigenous peoples. However, over time its prestige declined and it became restricted to rural areas. Now there are approximately 6,500 native Quechua speakers worldwide, located primarily in Peru. The language is endangered because some believe Spanish signifies education and culture, while Quechua is seen as a language for uneducated people.
The document provides information about Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. It discusses Ecuador's location in South America, key places like Quito and the Galapagos Islands, and gives a brief overview of Ecuador's history, politics, food, and people. It then focuses on Charles Darwin's visits to the Galapagos Islands in 1835 and how his observations of the unique wildlife there, like the Galapagos tortoises, iguanas, and finches, inspired his theory of evolution by natural selection. The document highlights some of Darwin and Richard Dawkins' most important works related to evolution and describes some of the unique species found in the Galapagos Islands.
Peru is located in western South America and is divided into three geographical regions by the Andes Mountains. It has a population of over 29 million people and its official languages are Spanish and Quechua. Peru contains significant biodiversity with over 21,000 species of plants and animals. One of Peru's most famous landmarks is Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, which was built by the Incas in the 15th century.
The document provides information on the physical geography, history, culture, and economies of various countries and regions in Caribbean and Atlantic South America. The main physical features of the region include the Orinoco River, Guiana Highlands, Andes Mountains, and Llanos grasslands. The region was originally inhabited by indigenous groups like the Chibcha before colonization by European powers beginning in the 1500s. Today the countries have diverse cultures and economies, with Colombia known for coffee exports and Venezuela known for oil exports.
Peru is a country located in western South America with a population of over 29 million people. It has three main geographical regions - the coast, the Andes Mountains, and the Amazon Basin. Lima is the capital and largest city, located in the central coastal region. Spanish is the primary language in Peru.
South America is a continent of Extremes from the largest forest to the driest place on Earth:
It is home to the World’s largest river, the Amazon River.
It is Home to the World’s driest place, The Atacama Desert.
It is home to the largest Oxygen producer, The Amazon Rainforest.
Vampire Bats dwell in the rainforest and can spread the rabies virus.
Brazil is the largest country in South America, covering approx. 47.3% of the continent's land area and encompassing around half of the continent's population.
This is a pupil presentation called the S1 Citizenship Challenge. 2010 the theme was Latin America. Pupils of S1 Hamilton Grammar were assigned a country to research and present back. The class winners progress to the Year Group Final. This was exemplified as good practice for Curriculum for Excellence when it was S1 African Adventure.
South America has a diverse landscape, climate, and population. It has a land area of 6.9 million square miles and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean. The continent contains countries that were formerly colonies of European powers like Portugal, Spain, Britain, France, and the Netherlands. The Andes Mountains run along the western coastline and the Amazon River basin covers a large area. South America has a population of over 373 million people that is becoming increasingly urbanized. The continent produces many agricultural commodities and has significant mineral resources that have supported industrialization. The languages of South America reflect its colonial past but some indigenous languages are still spoken as well.
Peru is located in western South America along the Pacific Ocean, stretching over 1,500 miles. It has a variety of climates and landscapes, from tropical areas and desert coastlines to the Andes Mountains and Amazon Basin. Peru's population is multiethnic, with Mestizos, those of mixed European and indigenous descent, making up the largest group at around 37%. Indigenous groups like the Incas and their descendants still constitute about 45% of Peruvians. Peru's culture blends influences from its indigenous civilizations with those of Spanish colonizers and other immigrant groups.
The document discusses Peru's Amazonia region, covering its history, geography, population, environment, biodiversity, challenges of climate change, deforestation and poverty, and alternatives for economic growth. It notes that the Amazonia makes up 62% of Peru's territory and contains great diversity of flora, fauna and indigenous groups. While the region faces threats, there are also initiatives from public, private and nonprofit sectors pursuing sustainable development through ecotourism, bio-businesses, education projects and empowering local communities. Overall it argues more can be done to protect the region's natural resources and future through collective action.
Venezuela is a tropical country located in northern South America with a population of over 29 million people. It has a diverse landscape and climate ranging from hot lowland plains to mountainous regions and glaciers. The population is made up of people with mixed European, African and indigenous ancestry and Spanish is the dominant language. Venezuela gained independence from Spain in the early 19th century after a protracted war of independence led by Simón Bolívar.
Mexico is located in North America, bordering the United States to the north. It has a long coastline facing the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. Mexico has a long history of indigenous civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya. Today, Mexico has a population of over 120 million people and a diverse culture influenced by both indigenous and Spanish traditions. Mexican culture is expressed through art, music, cinema and cuisine. Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821 after a prolonged independence war.
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The document provides an overview of South America, including its countries, major cities, bodies of water, and famous physical features. It notes that the population is ethnically diverse at around 379.5 million people, with the largest cities being Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo, and Lima. It describes the population distribution along the coast and issues around brain drain. Early cultures were based on agriculture, and the Inca civilization developed a highly organized society with skilled engineering and no written language.
Venezuela has over 1,000 rivers, with the Orinoco River being the largest at 2,500 km long. The Orinoco splits into two branches and is joined by the Caroni River, which provides hydroelectric power. Approximately 27,000 people live in Venezuela, with the largest ethnic groups being Mestizo (50%), Arab (29%), and people of African descent (10%). Venezuela was inhabited as early as 15,000 BC, and was colonized by Spain starting in 1498. It gained independence from Spain in 1821 after victories led by Simon Bolivar.
Peru is a country in South America with a population of over 33 million people. It was home to the Inca Empire, the largest state in Pre-Columbian America, and has many natural and cultural attractions that contribute to its tourism industry today. Key points include Machu Picchu being a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Lake Titicaca being the highest navigable lake in the world, and the Amazon River originating in Peru as the longest river in the world.
1. The document discusses Peru's geography, economy, history, and culture.
2. It describes Peru's diverse landscapes including deserts, mountains, and rainforests and notes the Amazon River flows through the country.
3. The Inca civilization once had a powerful empire across Peru but Spanish conquistadors arrived in the 1500s and took control of the country, which remained a Spanish colony for 300 years.
Peru is a country located on the western coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a population of approximately 29.5 million people and was home to advanced pre-Columbian civilizations like the Mochica and Inca empires. The official capital and largest city of Peru is Lima. Peru has a diverse landscape that includes coast, mountainous Andes region, and tropical rainforest. The culture of Peru reflects influences from indigenous Amerindian populations as well as Spanish colonizers and other immigrant groups.
The document provides an overview of the geography, climate, and early human settlements of Peru. It describes the western coast as mountainous and arid, with the Andes mountains in the center. The earliest settlements date back 10,000 years ago, with small villages of farmers and fishermen emerging on the northern coast by 2500 BC. It then discusses the influential Chavín culture between 900-200 BC and several other early cultures before introducing the Inca civilization that arose in the 15th century and came to control large parts of western South America under leaders like Pachacuti.
The document provides information on the indigenous peoples of South America, including:
- There were an estimated 30 million indigenous people living in South America when Europeans arrived. Some major groups mentioned include the Quechua, Aymara, Chibcha, Mapuche, and Guaraní.
- The indigenous peoples had many complex pre-Columbian cultures, some with advanced agricultural practices. Crops domesticated in South America now make up 50-60% of worldwide cultivation, including potatoes.
- Some of the most influential sedentary groups were the Chibchas in Colombia, the Cañaris in Ecuador, the Quechua in Peru, and the Aymara in Bolivia. However, many
Ecuador has a history that includes being part of the Inca Empire until the Spanish conquered it in the 16th century. It gained independence in the early 19th century and experienced periods of instability, including military rule, until returning to democracy in the late 20th century. Ecuadorian culture features coastal and jungle cuisines, literature influenced by Spanish colonization, and indigenous art traditions alongside popular sports like football.
Ecuador was originally part of the Inca Empire until the Spanish conquered it in the 16th century. Ecuador gained independence from Spain in 1820 and had its first president Juan Jose Flores. In the late 19th century, Ecuador's economy became tied to agriculture and cocoa production. Ecuador has had a turbulent political history with periods of military rule and a return to democracy.
Quechua has been spoken in the Andes region of South America for a long time, even before the Inca Empire. After the Spanish conquest in the 16th century, Quechua continued to be used widely to communicate between the Spanish and indigenous peoples. However, over time its prestige declined and it became restricted to rural areas. Now there are approximately 6,500 native Quechua speakers worldwide, located primarily in Peru. The language is endangered because some believe Spanish signifies education and culture, while Quechua is seen as a language for uneducated people.
The document provides information about Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. It discusses Ecuador's location in South America, key places like Quito and the Galapagos Islands, and gives a brief overview of Ecuador's history, politics, food, and people. It then focuses on Charles Darwin's visits to the Galapagos Islands in 1835 and how his observations of the unique wildlife there, like the Galapagos tortoises, iguanas, and finches, inspired his theory of evolution by natural selection. The document highlights some of Darwin and Richard Dawkins' most important works related to evolution and describes some of the unique species found in the Galapagos Islands.
Peru is located in western South America and is divided into three geographical regions by the Andes Mountains. It has a population of over 29 million people and its official languages are Spanish and Quechua. Peru contains significant biodiversity with over 21,000 species of plants and animals. One of Peru's most famous landmarks is Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, which was built by the Incas in the 15th century.
The document provides information on the physical geography, history, culture, and economies of various countries and regions in Caribbean and Atlantic South America. The main physical features of the region include the Orinoco River, Guiana Highlands, Andes Mountains, and Llanos grasslands. The region was originally inhabited by indigenous groups like the Chibcha before colonization by European powers beginning in the 1500s. Today the countries have diverse cultures and economies, with Colombia known for coffee exports and Venezuela known for oil exports.
Peru is a country located in western South America with a population of over 29 million people. It has three main geographical regions - the coast, the Andes Mountains, and the Amazon Basin. Lima is the capital and largest city, located in the central coastal region. Spanish is the primary language in Peru.
South America is a continent of Extremes from the largest forest to the driest place on Earth:
It is home to the World’s largest river, the Amazon River.
It is Home to the World’s driest place, The Atacama Desert.
It is home to the largest Oxygen producer, The Amazon Rainforest.
Vampire Bats dwell in the rainforest and can spread the rabies virus.
Brazil is the largest country in South America, covering approx. 47.3% of the continent's land area and encompassing around half of the continent's population.
This is a pupil presentation called the S1 Citizenship Challenge. 2010 the theme was Latin America. Pupils of S1 Hamilton Grammar were assigned a country to research and present back. The class winners progress to the Year Group Final. This was exemplified as good practice for Curriculum for Excellence when it was S1 African Adventure.
South America has a diverse landscape, climate, and population. It has a land area of 6.9 million square miles and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean. The continent contains countries that were formerly colonies of European powers like Portugal, Spain, Britain, France, and the Netherlands. The Andes Mountains run along the western coastline and the Amazon River basin covers a large area. South America has a population of over 373 million people that is becoming increasingly urbanized. The continent produces many agricultural commodities and has significant mineral resources that have supported industrialization. The languages of South America reflect its colonial past but some indigenous languages are still spoken as well.
Peru is located in western South America along the Pacific Ocean, stretching over 1,500 miles. It has a variety of climates and landscapes, from tropical areas and desert coastlines to the Andes Mountains and Amazon Basin. Peru's population is multiethnic, with Mestizos, those of mixed European and indigenous descent, making up the largest group at around 37%. Indigenous groups like the Incas and their descendants still constitute about 45% of Peruvians. Peru's culture blends influences from its indigenous civilizations with those of Spanish colonizers and other immigrant groups.
The document discusses Peru's Amazonia region, covering its history, geography, population, environment, biodiversity, challenges of climate change, deforestation and poverty, and alternatives for economic growth. It notes that the Amazonia makes up 62% of Peru's territory and contains great diversity of flora, fauna and indigenous groups. While the region faces threats, there are also initiatives from public, private and nonprofit sectors pursuing sustainable development through ecotourism, bio-businesses, education projects and empowering local communities. Overall it argues more can be done to protect the region's natural resources and future through collective action.
Venezuela is a tropical country located in northern South America with a population of over 29 million people. It has a diverse landscape and climate ranging from hot lowland plains to mountainous regions and glaciers. The population is made up of people with mixed European, African and indigenous ancestry and Spanish is the dominant language. Venezuela gained independence from Spain in the early 19th century after a protracted war of independence led by Simón Bolívar.
Mexico is located in North America, bordering the United States to the north. It has a long coastline facing the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. Mexico has a long history of indigenous civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya. Today, Mexico has a population of over 120 million people and a diverse culture influenced by both indigenous and Spanish traditions. Mexican culture is expressed through art, music, cinema and cuisine. Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821 after a prolonged independence war.
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The document provides an overview of South America, including its countries, major cities, bodies of water, and famous physical features. It notes that the population is ethnically diverse at around 379.5 million people, with the largest cities being Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo, and Lima. It describes the population distribution along the coast and issues around brain drain. Early cultures were based on agriculture, and the Inca civilization developed a highly organized society with skilled engineering and no written language.
Venezuela has over 1,000 rivers, with the Orinoco River being the largest at 2,500 km long. The Orinoco splits into two branches and is joined by the Caroni River, which provides hydroelectric power. Approximately 27,000 people live in Venezuela, with the largest ethnic groups being Mestizo (50%), Arab (29%), and people of African descent (10%). Venezuela was inhabited as early as 15,000 BC, and was colonized by Spain starting in 1498. It gained independence from Spain in 1821 after victories led by Simon Bolivar.
Peru is a country in South America with a population of over 33 million people. It was home to the Inca Empire, the largest state in Pre-Columbian America, and has many natural and cultural attractions that contribute to its tourism industry today. Key points include Machu Picchu being a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Lake Titicaca being the highest navigable lake in the world, and the Amazon River originating in Peru as the longest river in the world.
1. The document discusses Peru's geography, economy, history, and culture.
2. It describes Peru's diverse landscapes including deserts, mountains, and rainforests and notes the Amazon River flows through the country.
3. The Inca civilization once had a powerful empire across Peru but Spanish conquistadors arrived in the 1500s and took control of the country, which remained a Spanish colony for 300 years.
Peru is a country located on the western coast of South America, bordering Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. Peru has a population of approximately 29.5 million people and was home to advanced pre-Columbian civilizations like the Mochica and Inca empires. The official capital and largest city of Peru is Lima. Peru has a diverse landscape that includes coast, mountainous Andes region, and tropical rainforest. The culture of Peru reflects influences from indigenous Amerindian populations as well as Spanish colonizers and other immigrant groups.
The document provides an overview of the geography, climate, and early human settlements of Peru. It describes the western coast as mountainous and arid, with the Andes mountains in the center. The earliest settlements date back 10,000 years ago, with small villages of farmers and fishermen emerging on the northern coast by 2500 BC. It then discusses the influential Chavín culture between 900-200 BC and several other early cultures before introducing the Inca civilization that arose in the 15th century and came to control large parts of western South America under leaders like Pachacuti.
The document provides information on the indigenous peoples of South America, including:
- There were an estimated 30 million indigenous people living in South America when Europeans arrived. Some major groups mentioned include the Quechua, Aymara, Chibcha, Mapuche, and Guaraní.
- The indigenous peoples had many complex pre-Columbian cultures, some with advanced agricultural practices. Crops domesticated in South America now make up 50-60% of worldwide cultivation, including potatoes.
- Some of the most influential sedentary groups were the Chibchas in Colombia, the Cañaris in Ecuador, the Quechua in Peru, and the Aymara in Bolivia. However, many
Ecuador has a history that includes being part of the Inca Empire until the Spanish conquered it in the 16th century. It gained independence in the early 19th century and experienced periods of instability, including military rule, until returning to democracy in the late 20th century. Ecuadorian culture features coastal and jungle cuisines, literature influenced by Spanish colonization, and indigenous art traditions alongside popular sports like football.
Ecuador was originally part of the Inca Empire until the Spanish conquered it in the 16th century. Ecuador gained independence from Spain in 1820 and had its first president Juan Jose Flores. In the late 19th century, Ecuador's economy became tied to agriculture and cocoa production. Ecuador has had a turbulent political history with periods of military rule and a return to democracy.
The Inca Empire was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America, stretching over 4,800 km from Ecuador to Argentina. The Inca civilization arose in Peru in the early 13th century and was united under an absolute ruler from their capital city of Cuzco. At its height, the Inca Empire had organized rule over 12 million people and hundreds of tribes through a common language and government. The Inca organized a socialist society with mutual benefits and shared harvests, believing that individuals worked for the benefit of all.
Peru is a country located in South America that is home to approximately 28 million inhabitants. The population is distributed across three main regions - the coast, mountains, and jungle. Peru is divided into 24 departments and the constitutional province of Callao, with Lima being the largest port city. Some traditional Peruvian dishes include anticuchos, cebiche, locro de zapallo, papa a la huancaína, and juanes. Famous sites in Peru include the white city of Arequipa, the Callejon de Huaylas region of Huaraz, the Lord of Sipan museum in Chiclayo, Machu Picchu in Cuzco,
The Inca Empire, known as Tawantinsuyu, was divided into four regions called suyus which met at the capital city of Cusco. The Inca ruler was called the Sapa Inca and ruled over a hierarchical society. While the Inca lacked writing, they communicated using knotted string records called quipus and the common language of Quechua. The Inca were skilled engineers and builders, constructing intricate stone structures and adapting to the varied terrain of the Andes mountains. Their religion centered on worship of the Sun God and the Sapa Inca, and influenced all aspects of society including an advanced agricultural system.
The Inca Empire, known as Tawantinsuyu, was divided into four regions called suyus which met at the capital city of Cusco. The Inca ruler was called the Sapa Inca and ruled over a hierarchical society. While the Inca lacked writing, they communicated using knotted string records called quipus and the common language of Quechua. The Inca were skilled engineers and builders, constructing intricate stone structures and adapting to the varied terrain of the Andes mountains. Their religion centered on worship of the Sun God and the Sapa Inca, and influenced all aspects of society including an advanced agricultural system.
This document provides information about El Salvador in 3 paragraphs or less:
El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America, located between Guatemala and Honduras on the Pacific coast. It has a population of 5.8 million people who are primarily mestizos of European and indigenous descent. Spanish is the official language, while Nahuatl dialects are also spoken. El Salvador gained independence from Spain in 1821 and has experienced political instability and civil war, but now celebrates independence day annually on September 15th. Traditional Salvadoran culture includes pupusas, tamales, and chicha as well as music played using instruments like the marimba. Major religions are Catholicism and Protestantism,
This chapter discusses several ancient Mesoamerican civilizations including the Toltec, Maya, Aztec, Incas, Iroquois League, Mound Builders, Anasazi, Cuzco, Mochica, and Tenochtitlan. It provides brief overviews of the origins, locations, cultures, and time periods of each civilization.
This document provides information about Peru's national identity. It discusses Peru gaining independence from Spain in 1821 and the Inca Empire forming the oldest known complex society. Some key facts presented include Peru's highest peak being Mount Huascarán, its longest river being the Amazon, and a typical Peruvian dish being ceviche. Peru's national day is celebrated in July and its national identity draws from Inca, Spanish, and African cultural influences and traditions.
The Inca Empire spanned much of western South America from Colombia to central Chile. It was divided into four regions each governed by appointees who oversaw productive valleys, cities, and mines. Inca society was strictly stratified with the Sapa Inca as ruler and nobility, common people, and servants comprising other classes. The Incas developed advanced infrastructure including roads, architecture, agriculture, and education systems, but the empire disintegrated after the death of Huayna Capac due to a war between his two sons over succession to the throne.
Venezuela has over 1,000 rivers, with the Orinoco River being the largest at 2,500 km long. The Orinoco splits into two branches and is joined by the Caroni River, which provides hydroelectric power. Approximately 27,000 people live in Venezuela today, with the largest ethnic groups being Mestizo (50%), Arab (29%), and people of African descent (10%). Venezuela was inhabited as early as 15,000 BC, and was colonized by Spain starting in 1498 when Columbus first arrived, with independence declared in 1811 but not fully achieved until 1821 after several battles.
Peru gained independence from Spain in 1821. It has a long history including the Inca Empire, Spanish colonization, and the modern republic. Key facts about Peru include its highest peak being Mount Huascarán, the Incas forming the oldest known complex society, and Peru celebrating its national day on July 28th. Typical Peruvian dishes include ceviche and pachamanca.
New Mexico has a diverse cultural history, mixing Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American influences. The state flag features the Zia sun symbol, which was important to Native Americans in the region. Traditional New Mexican cuisine prominently features green and red chile peppers. The state's architecture also blends Native American adobe construction with innovative Spanish elements like outdoor horno ovens. New Mexico has a population density of only about 12 people per square mile and is known for sheep and cattle ranching.
The document discusses the Quipu, which were knotted cords used by the Incas and earlier Andean societies to store information. The placement, colors, and types of knots in the cords represented different types of data like population numbers, gold, and crops. Between 1200-1535 AD, the large Inca empire extended from modern-day Ecuador to Chile and was organized through this quipu recording system. Their mountain cities were built with impressive stonework architecture suited to the steep Andes terrain.
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2. OBJETIVES
Promote national values in the people and establish
respect in the foreign people
Promote the proper valuation of a global culture
as rich as ours.
PROBLEM:
‘¿How we can encourage and promote the national love?
HIPOTESIS:
-Using the information that the students of fifth grade of
secondary are going to give in the project many other
students and people will Know something more about our
culture and in this way they will value and love it.
3.
4.
5. Our History has been changing
through the years. First there
were many different cultures
that settled down in our country
like
Cupisnique, Chavin, Paracas, M
ochica,Nazca,Wari,and
Chimu, this cultures are called
Pre-Inca cultures because they
took place before the beginning
of the Incas.
6. Each culture settled down in
different cities of our country
but here in Trujillo was the
Mochica culture which gave
us all our traditions and
customs.
In the 15th century this new
powerful state (the Incas)
appeared and start to
conquer those cultures so it
became the most important
Peruvian culture.
7. When the Incas were a big
empire a group of Spanish
conquerors came to our country
and destroyed this majestic
empire and that’s how the
Viceroyalty started in Peru.
The Incas got tired of Spanish
abuse so they started planning
liftings against the Spanish
crown with José de San Martín
and Simon Bolivar as principal
leaders.
8. After a period of revolutions and civil wars we
were able to claim for our Independence. That’s
when José de San Martín proclaim our freedom
on July 28 of 1821.
9. Etymology
•¬
•The word Peru is derived from Birú, the name of a local
ruler who lived near the Bay of San Miguel. Then, it was
changed by Francisco Pizarro who asked for the Spain
•.
crown to gave our country the legal name of Peru.
•We live in Trujillo and this name was given to our city by
Francisco Pizarro as well because of the city ubicated in
Spain which has the same name.
10.
11. Regions
Peru is divided into 25 regions
and it’s capital is Lima. Each
region has an elected
government composed of a
president and a council, which
serves for a four-year term.
La Libertad
Amazonas Lambayeque
Ancash Lima
Apurímac Tacna
Loreto
Arequipa Tumbes
Madre de Dios
Ayacucho Ucayali
Moquegua
Cajamarca Piura
Pasco
Callao Puno
Huancavelica
Cusco San Martín
Huánuco
Junín Ica
12. Geography
Peru covers 1,285,216 km2 . It borders
Ecuador and Colombia to the north,
Brazil to the east, Bolivia to the
southeast, Chile to the south, and the
Pacific Ocean to the west. The Andes
Mountains run parallel to the Pacific
Ocean, dividing the country into
three geographic regions.
The coast, to the
west, is a narrow
plain, largely arid
except for valleys
created by
seasonal rivers.
13. The highlands is the
region of the Andes; it
includes the plateau as
well as the highest peak
of the country, the
6,768 m (22,205 ft)
Huascarán.
The third region is the
rainforest, a wide expanse
of flat terrain covered by
the Amazon rainforest that
extends east. Almost 60% of
the country's area is located
within this region.
14. Peru's longest rivers are
the Ucayali, the
Marañón, the Putumayo,
the Yavarí, the Huallaga
and the Amazon
15. Government
Politics of the Republic of Peru takes place in a framework of
a presidential representative democratic republic, where
the President is both head of state and head of government, and
of a pluriform multi-party system. Executive power is exercised by
the government, legislative power is vested in both the
government and the Congress and the Judiciary is independent
of the executive and the legislature
16. Economy
Peru is considered a
underdeveloped country but our
state is trying really hardly to
increase our economy and promote
the national exportation.
Peruvian currency have been
through many changes and
modifications. For example years
ago, peruvian people used as
currency some little coins called
“Intis” which now have turned into
new coins called “Nuevos soles”.
17. Language
The main language is Spanish but there are also many
others native languages like Quechua, Aymara, Kawki
and Jaqaru. Also there are many others that are already
cosidered as extincted languages.
18. Culture
Peruvian culture is primarily rooted in Amerindian and Spanish
traditions, though it has also been influenced by various
African, Asian, and European ethnic groups.
Peruvian artistic traditions date back to the elaborate pottery,
textiles, jewelry, and sculpture of Pre-Inca cultures. The Incas
maintained these crafts and made architectural achievements
including the construction of Machu Picchu.
19. Peruvian literature has its roots in the
oral traditions of pre-Columbian
civilizations. In the early 20th
century, the Indian Movement
produced such writers as Ciro
Alegría, José María Arguedas, and
César Vallejo.
Peruvian cuisine is a blend of
Amerindian and Spanish food
with strong influences from
African, Arab, Italian, Chinese,
and Japanese cooking.
Common dishes include
anticuchos, ceviche and
pachamanca.
20. Religion
The Peruvian government is closely allied with the Catholic
Church. So we can say that it is the main religion in our
country, anyway thanks to the freedom of religion there are
many people who believe in many other and different religions
like moslems protestants and even atheistics.
21. Tipical Dances
• Marinera: This is a really elegant
dance which represents flirting between
the man and the woman.
• The Huayno is a dance from the
mountains from Peru, the origin of this
dance is from Inca and Pre Inca time.
• The Huaylash is another dance from
the mountains from Peru, it looks a bit
like a funny tap dance and it’s a
representation of agricultural tasks.
• The Diablada is a typical dance from
the Southern Part of Peru, it started like a
representation of the evil and the good
spirits during colonial times and then
developed into a colorful dance with
costumes with evil heads.
22. •The dance of the scissors is an
Indian dance originating in the
region of Ayacucho, ,
•There are also many Afro Peruvian
dances, called “negroides” ,
that began in Colonial times when
the Spanish brought slaves to South
America.
•There are many more dances like
some from the Amazon Region of
Peru and we could say that every
city has a different dance.
24. PERUVIAN WRITERS WHO ARE RECOGNIZED ALL OVER THE
WORLD:
Mario Vargas Llosa :
Was born in Peru; in Arequipa and is
considered the best Latin American
writer.
An important distinction he has
received is the 1994 Miguel de
Cervantes Prize.
He is a pride for most Peruvians
because he was awarded the
2010 Nobel Prize in Literature.
Becoming into the first Peruvian who
has awarded a prize like this.
25. César Vallejo Mendoza
César Vallejo was born in Santiago de
Chuco.
He published "The Black Heralds.
By charging the freedom travels back
to Lima and publishes "Trilce" and other
works.
He leads a life full of hardships close.
Die one Friday on April 15, 1938.
26. José Carlos Mariátegui
José Carlos Mariátegui was born in
Moquegua.
In 1919 he created the newspaper La
Razón where university reform and support
workers' struggles.
Then he published his "Seven Interpretative
Essays on Peruvian Reality." A year later, he
founded the Confederation of Workers of
Peru.
He died in Lima on April 16, 1930.
27. Claudia Llosa :
Was born in Lima, studied
in Newton College and received a
degree in communication
studies in the University of Lima.
In 2009 Llosa finished her second film The Milk of
Sorrow which was shortlisted for the 59th Berlin International
Film Festival. It was the first Peruvian film nominated for
the Golden Bear award, and won the main award. On
February 2, 2010 Llosa's The Milk of Sorrow was nominated
for the Academy Award in the Best Foreign Film Category.
28. National symbols of Peru
Peruvian Flag :
The flag of Peru was adopted
by the government of Peru in
1825. It is a vertical tree-band
with red outer bands and a
single white middle band.
Depending on its use, it may
be defaced with different
emblems, and has different
names. Flag day in Peru is
celebrated on June 7, the
anniversary of the Battle of
Arica.
29. National anthem:
This anthem was adopted in 1821.
Seven compositions were entered
to produce this national
anthem, and on the prefixed
day, they were reviewed and
played. General José de San
Martín chose master Jose
Bernardo Alcedo musical
production without no doubt. The
beautiful voice of lady Rosa
Merino, was the first to intone the
anthem, from the original verses
from the poet Don José de la
Torre Ugarte.
30. Coat of arms:
This coat, consists of three
elements: the top left section
shows the vicuña, representing
the fauna of Peru; the tree in
the top right section is the
cinchona tree, representing
the national flora; and the
bottom cornucopia with coins
spilling from it, on a red field,
represents the mineral
resources of the country.
31. HISTORY OF THE FLAG OF PERU
The story says that the general
Jose de San Martín was
sleeping, so he had a dream.
In this dream he could saw this
flock of bird which wings were
red and it’s breasts were white.
In that moment, San Martín
decided the color of our flag:
red and white.
32. Meaning of the
colors:
Many people say that the
white represents peace
and the red is the blood
from the fighters who
made everything for our
freedom.
33. MANCO CAPAC
AND MAMA AYAR
OCLLO LEYEND: BROTHERS
34. Cultures of Perú
Over the course of 1400
years, pre-Inca cultures settled
along the Peruvian coast and
highlands.
The first Peruvian civilization
settled in Huantar , Ancash in
around 1000 BC. The power of
the civilization, based on a
theocracy, was centered in the
Chavin de Huantar temple,
whose walls and galleries were
filled with sculptures of ferocious
deities with feline features.
35. The Paracas culture (700 BC) rose to power
along the south coast, and was to craft
superb skills in textile weaving.
The north coast was dominated by
the Mochica civilization (100 AD).
The culture was led by military
authorities such as the Lord of Sipan.
The highlands saw the rise of the
Tiahuanaco culture (200 AD), based in
the Collao region (which covered parts of
modern-day Bolivia and Chile).
36. The Nazca culture (300 AD) were able to tame the
coastal desert by bringing water through underground
aqueducts. They formed an agricultural calendar
which even today baffles researchers.
The Wari culture (600 AD) introduced urban settlements
in the Ayacucho area and expanded its influence
across the Andes.
The refined Chimu culture (700 AD) crafted gold and
other metals into relics and built the mud-brick citadel
of Chan Chan, near the northern coastal city of Trujillo.
The Chachapoyas culture (800 AD) made the best
possible use of arable land and built their constructions
on top of the highest mountains in the northern cloud
forest.
37. TURISTIC PLACES IN PERU
Peru is a country in western of South America. This country has
rich natural resources and many great places to visit. Check out
the list below the most popular tourist attractions in Peru.
ARQUEOLOGICAL PLACES:
1. Chan Chan
Is an archaeological site. It is Located west of Trujillo, Chan
Chan is an impressive set of ruins of an ancient city. Was
added as a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1986.
38. 2. Chavín de Huántar
Chavín de Huántar is an
archaeological site containing
ruins and artifacts constructed.
It is located 250
kilometers north of Lima.
Chavín de Huántar has
been designated a
UNESCO World Heritage
Site.
39. 3. Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is
the site of an
ancient Inca city,
high in the Andes of
Peru. It was built in
the classical Inca
style, with polished
dry-stone walls.
40. 4. Nazca lines
The Nazca Lines are a series of ancient
geoglyphs located in a town on Peru Southern
Coast. The Nazca Lines was declared a World
Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.
41. LAKES AND NATIONAL PARKS:
1. Titicaca Lake
Lake Titicaca is a lake located on the border
between northern Bolivia and southern Peru. It is
considered the highest commercially navigable
body of water in the world.
42. 2. Huascarán National Park
This is located in the Cordillera Blanca range of
Peru. It was also pronounced as Natural Heritage of
Humanity and recognized as Reserve of Biosphere.
43. 3. Manú National Park
It is a biosphere reserve located in the isolated
region of Madre de Dios, is one of the most
diverse areas in Peru and South America. The park
was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in
1987.
44. 4. Paracas National
Reservation
The Paracas National
Reserve is located in
Ica, Peru and consists
of the Paracas
Peninsula. Paracas
National Reserve is a
popular nature reserve
on the Southern Coast
of Peru. Paracas is also
a very popular beach
resort destination.
45. Peruvian Cuisine
The cuisine of Peru is among the most diverse in the
world, as evidenced by the fact that we have the
largest number of dishes in the world and according to
several understandings, peruvian cuisine reached a
level equivalent to French food, China and India.
Peruvian culinary arts are constantly evolving, so it is
impossible to establish a complete list of
representative dishes.
46. Main features
The kitchen
has been the meeting
point of
diverse cultures, thanks to
the inclination of the mixtu
re that has characterized
the history of
Peru. Rice is a food that a
ccompanies many dishes
from this popular country .
47. Main Ingredients
-Potato, more than 2,500 registered varieties
of native potatoes in the Andean region.
-Sweet Potato, with about 150 varieties.
48. Hot peppers
are grown almost
exclusively in Peru.
Cherimoya, which is of
Peruvian origin.
49. Achiote, a fruit seed originall
from Peru and
Mesoamerica, is
used as food flavoring and
as a natural dye in
cosmetics in the world.
Corn grain of Peru is
very large component of many
traditional dishes, plus a variety:
purple
corn, is unique in the world.
50. Peruvian cuisine in the world of today
In the last decade of
the twentieth century, Peruvian
cuisine started to become popular outside
its borders. Because of this rich variety and
the harmony of taste and food
employees, Peruvian cuisine is
consistently awarded internationally and
his chefs often tend to get international
medals that distinguish them.
51. Most popular dishes today
•Coastal cuisine:
Peru is one of the two major
producers and exporters of fish meal
for animal feed in the world.
Ceviche is a dish widely
disseminated and Cultural Heritage
of the Nation by the Peruvian
government. The basic recipe
ceviche is the same in all regions:
fish pieces, lemon juice, red onion,
pepper and salt.
52. •Andean cuisine
The Andes are the source of ancient cultures and with them the
taste of the cuisine. In this high country, the main
power remains corn , potato, and multiple tubers.
Cuy :
Travel in the highlands of Inca country, and you're likely to be
offered cuy, a traditional Andean entree, on the menu. Cuy,
alternately called conejillo de indias is a guinea pig or cavy.
53. The cuisine of the jungle
The most popular dishes of the Peruvian Amazon are
Juane, tacacho and Suri
Tacacho:
It consists in grilled bananas
smashed.
Suri: Is a type of worm, typical of
the rainforest and is eaten fried.
54. Desserts & Sweets:
Alfajor: Dessert of colonial
origin.
Picarones: This dish is
served like rings made from
a mixture of flour and
chunks of squash and fried
in a hot pan coated in
molasses syrup.
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55. Beverages:
Chicha: is prepared from
the time of the Incas, is
made by fermenting corn
germ, called Jora and
different fruits and spices.
Aguajina : It’s a typical
beverages from the
jungle , It’s prepared from
Aguaje , Especial fruit from
this region.
56. Spirits & Cocktails
Pisco: Pisco is the national drink. There are four
varieties of Peruvian pisco, fresh, green juice,
alcoholated and aromatic. Mixing pisco and lime,
we prepare the famous pisco sour which is our
national drink.
57. Conclusions
Finally we can say that Peru is a country
full of both physical and intellectual
riches, full of heroes who fought for
independence showing great courage
and love for our homeland. It is an
example of a country, which is striving
to get ahead and move from an
underdeveloped country to a
developed one.