Peru (officially Republic of Peru) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 34,350,244 people, it ranks #43 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 1,285,216 km² (#21 globally), with a population density of 27 people per km². The capital city is Lima. The official languages are Aymara, Quechua, Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
34,350,244
#43 world ranking
Area
1,285,216 km²
#21 world ranking
Population Density
27/km²
Capital
Lima
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-05:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
Currency
- Peruvian sol (S/ )— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Brazil
Colombia
Chile
Ecuador
BoliviaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Peru?
The capital of Peru is Lima.
What is the population of Peru?
Peru has a population of 34,350,244 people, ranking #43 in the world by population.
How big is Peru?
Peru covers an area of 1,285,216 km², ranking #21 in the world by area. The population density is 27 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Peru?
The official languages of Peru are: Aymara, Quechua, Spanish.
What is the currency of Peru?
The currency of Peru is Peruvian sol (S/ ).
What countries border Peru?
Peru shares borders with 5 countries: Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Bolivia.