| Independent | Yes |
|---|---|
| Country codes | PE, PER (ISO 3166-1) |
| Official name | Republic of Peru |
| Capital city | Lima |
| Continent | South America |
| Member of | United Nations, Organization of American States, Union of South American Nations |
| Population | 34,049,588 (2022) |
| Total area | 1,285,220 km2 |
| Highest point | Huascarán (6,768 m, 22,205 ft) |
| Lowest point | Bayóvar Depression (-34 m, -112 ft) |
| GDP per capita | $ 7,162 (World Bank, 2022) |
| Currency | Peruvian sol (S/., PEN) |
| Calling code | +51 |
| Internet TLD | .pe |