Geography and Nature
Where is Peru located?
Peru is located in western South America and is bordered by 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. It also shares maritime borders with Colombia, Panama, and Ecuador to the northwest.
What is the highest navigable lake in the world, located in Peru?
Lake Titicaca
Which ancient civilization built the impressive city of Machu Picchu?
The Incas
The Nazca Lines, mysterious geoglyphs in the Peruvian desert, depict what kinds of figures?
Animals, plants, and geometric shapes
Peru boasts one of the world's most diverse ecosystems, encompassing which of the following?
The Amazon rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and the Atacama Desert
What is the name of the world's tallest sand dune, located in Peru's coastal desert?
Cerro Blanco
Culture and History
Ceviche, a popular Peruvian dish, is made with what main ingredient?
Raw fish marinated in citrus juice
Which traditional Peruvian instrument is played using a gourd and feathers?
The charango
The Inti Raymi festival, held in Cusco every June, celebrates what?
The winter solstice and the Sun God Inti
What is the name of the ancient city in Peru known for its burial towers called chullpas?
Sillustani
"Soy mas Peruano que la papa" is a common Peruvian saying. What does it translate to?
"I am more Peruvian than the potato" (meaning deeply rooted in Peruvian culture)
Animals and Plants
Which iconic flightless bird with bright red legs is native to the high Andes of Peru?
The Andean flamingo
The world's largest rodent species, the capybara, can be found in which Peruvian habitat?
The Amazon rainforest
The national flower of Peru is known for its large, trumpet-shaped blooms. What is it called?
The Cantuta (also known as the Peruvian lily)
Coca leaves, considered sacred by the Incas, are used in traditional Peruvian medicine for what purposes?
Treating altitude sickness, fatigue, and pain
The lucuma fruit, native to Peru, has a sweet and nutty flavor and is often used in desserts. What is its nickname?
The Peruvian egg fruit
Fun Facts
Peru's official currency is named after a legendary Inca emperor. Who is it?
Pachacuti
The world's longest and highest commercial railway, the Ferrocarril Central Andino, runs through which Peruvian city?
Huaraz
Peru holds the Guinness World Record for the largest serving of ceviche. How much was it?
4.8 tons (4,354 kg)
A popular street food in Peru is cuy, which translates to what in English?
Guinea pig
The town of Ollantaytambo, near Machu Picchu, is known for its unique grid-like layout, resembling what?
A chessboard
Additional Questions
What is the meaning of the colors on the Peruvian flag?
Red represents bravery, white represents purity, and yellow represents wealth.
Which traditional Peruvian dance involves dancers spinning and stomping in colorful costumes?
Marinera
What is the name of the ancient city in Peru known for its intricate underground canals and aqueducts?
Chan Chan
Peru is home to a variety of indigenous languages. Which one is the most widely spoken?
Quechua
The ancient Incas used knotted strings called quipus for what purpose?
Record-keeping and accounting
The Nazca Lines are believed to have been created by the Nazca culture for what purpose?
Religious ceremonies and astronomical observations (theories are still debated)