Diapositivas explicativas sobre el Perú .pptx

Diapositivas explicativas sobre el Perú

1. Where is Peru? Peru is on the continent of South America.

2. Capital City: Lima Population: over 34 million people (2023) Currency: nuevo sol Official Languages: Spanish, Quechua and Aymara Quick Facts Where is Peru? Flag

3. Machu Picchu is an old city built high into the mountains. What landmarks can be seen? It was built by the Inca. They lived there in the 15th and 16th centuries. It was probably lived in for less than 100 years but we don’t know why. It is now a popular tourist attraction and thousands of people visit every year.

4. The Andes is the longest mountain range in the world. What landmarks can be seen? It runs from the top to the bottom of South America. Huascarán is found in the Andes and is Peru’s highest mountain. The river Amazon begins in the Andes mountains in Peru.

5. The Nazca Lines are enormous drawings carved into the earth. What landmarks can be seen? They are over 1500 years old.

6. The weather in Peru is different depending on the area. What is the climate like? It is hot all year round near to the Amazon rainforest. It is usually warm on the coast and can be rainy there in the winter. It can be cold in the mountains at night.

7. Llamas are a well-known and common animal in Peru. What is the wildlife like? They have been important animals in the history of the country. The Inca used them for wool and meat. They were also used for transporting goods in the past.

8. Alpacas are also members of the camelid family and are closely related to llamas. What is the wildlife like? Alpaca wool is used as fabric to make many things including jumpers, shawls and suits.

9. Peru is also home to many plants including cedar and rubber trees. What is the wildlife like? There are some plants that are only found in Peru. These include Machu Picchu bamboo and the Amazon lily. Around 60% of Peru is covered in rainforest. Amazon lily

10. Peru has lots of delicious food for people to enjoy. What is the food like? ceviche: Raw fish soaked in lemon or lime juice with chilli pepper. This is the national dish of Peru.  causa : Cold layers of potato and chicken, tuna or avocado. lomo saltado : A stir-fry of beef, tomatoes, onions, soy sauce and French fries. ceviche

11. Martín Chambi – photographer What famous people come from Peru? Yma Súmac – singer Mario Vargas Llosa – author César Vallejo - poet Tania Libertad – musician There is a famous character who is also believed to be from Peru. His name is Paddington Bear! Did you know?

12. Quick Quiz 1. What is the capital of Peru? 2. Peru is in which continent? ? 3. What famous landmarks can be seen in Peru? 4. Name two animals you can find in Peru. 5. Name a famous food from Peru.

13. Quick Quiz 1. What is the capital of Peru? 2. Peru is in which continent? ? 3. What famous landmarks can be seen in Peru? 4. Name two animals you can find in Peru. 5. Name a famous food from Peru. Lima South America Answers may include The Nazcas , Machu Picchu and The Andes  Llamas and alpacas Answers may include ceviche, causa or lomo saltado .