🇵🇪Peru
South America
Information
Capital
Lima
Population
34,600,000
Currency
Peruvian sol (PEN S/)
Languages
espagnol, quechua, aymara
Continent
South America
Calling code
+51
Timezone
America/Lima
Area
1,285,220 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
July 28 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.pe
About
Peru is a South American country bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, and Chile. It hosts ancient civilizations like the Incas and sites such as Machu Picchu. Its economy relies on mining, agriculture, and tourism.
Safety
Risk level :Risque modéré à élevé selon les zones, avec criminalité urbaine et instabilité politique.
Risk areas
Valles des ríos Apurímac, Ene y Mantaro (VRAEM) - Terrorisme et narcotraficFrontière Colombia-Équateur - Criminalité transfrontalièreLima centre-ville - Petite délinquance
Crime(high)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur
- Ne pas se déplacer seul la nuit
Terrorism(medium)
- Surveiller les alertes des autorités
- Éviter les zones frontalières sud-est
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Vérifier l'état des véhicules
Natural risks(Séismes, inondations et glissements de terrain élevés en raison de la cordillère des Andes)
- Suivre les alertes sismiques
- Préparer un kit d'urgence
Health(Système de santé inégal, recommandé assurance rapatriement)
- Vaccins hépatite A/B, typhoïde, fièvre jaune pour Amazonie
- Eau en bouteille uniquement
Practical tips
- Inscription au registre des voyageurs
- Vigipirate renforcé recommandé
- Éviter manifestations
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center350
1-bedroom apartment in city center500
1-bedroom apartment in suburb350
3-bedroom apartment in city center900
3-bedroom apartment in suburb650
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal4
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant25
McDonald's menu6
Local beer (0.5L)2
Cappuccino2.5
Water (1.5L)0.8
Bread (500g)1.2
Milk (1L)1.1
Eggs (12)2.5
Chicken (1kg)3.5
Apples (1kg)1.8
Bananas (1kg)1
Transport
Public transport ticket0.5
Monthly transport subscription30
Taxi ride (start)2
Taxi (1km)0.8
Gasoline (1L)1.4
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)35
Tennis court (1h weekend)15
Cinema6.5
Theater20
Health
General practitioner consultation30
Dentist consultation40
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)5
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)35
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)15
Utilities for 85m² apartment70
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)42
Nike sports shoes78
International primary school (monthly)800
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency60Hz
Plug typesType A, Type B
Emergency numbers
Police105
Ambulance116
Fire department116
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
unsafe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants