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Peru

Peru is a country in South America, covering about 1,285,216 kmΒ² (496,222 sq mi). Its capital is Lima. It shares a land border with Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Ecuador.

Capital
Lima
Continent
South America
Region
South America
Area
1,285,216 kmΒ²
Languages
Aymara, Quechua and Spanish
Currency
Peruvian sol
Calling code
+51
Internet domain
.pe
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Countries bordering Peru

Does Peru count as a country?

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