Did you know? There is such a small country in South America at the other end of the world, although it is not well known, but there is a large number of Chinese groups, in a country of more than 30 million people, the Chinese account for 320,000, and the Chinese blood has reached more than 3 million, that is, there is one Chinese blood in every 10 people, and there is no one Chinese in 100 people. This country is Peru, the country with the largest number of Chinese in South America.
In 1982, the Chinese women's volleyball team participated in the ninth World Women's Volleyball Championship held in Peru, and the preliminary round was lost 0-3 to the United States team, and the head coach Yuan Weimin decisively used young players Liang Yan and Zheng Meizhu, and the result was that the Chinese women's volleyball team won the key battle to turn the tide of the war by taking Cuba 3-0. The Chinese women's volleyball team won the World Women's Volleyball Championship championship for the first time in peru, which won the host country peru with a straight drop of three sets. The Chinese women's volleyball team has inspired the hearts of Chinese, and I have learned about the Peruvian women's volleyball team and Peru since then.
Many people think that this country is very strange, and in most people's impression, Peru is a strange country, and China, which is thousands of miles away, seems to be some cattle and horses. Moreover, Peru's international influence is not high, there is really no bright spot, and it is really impossible to say that it is a big country of Chinese immigration. However, there are many Chinese elements here, whether it is culture, customs and other aspects of the strong Chinese imprint, which seems a bit strange, but he is really the most "pro-China" country in South America.
The Republic of Peru, or Peru for short, is a country in western South America, bordering Ecuador and Colombia to the north, Brazil and Bolivia to the east, Chile to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
Around the 10th century, Peru was the seat of the Inca Empire founded by the ancient Indians. In 1533, it became a Spanish colony and was ruled for nearly 300 years. Independence on 28 July 1821.
Peru is a presidential parliamentary democratic republic divided into 25 regions. Peru has a population of 32,495,500 (June 2019), the fifth largest in South America. The Peruvian economy is mainly dependent on agriculture, fisheries, mining and manufacturing (e.g. textiles).
Peru is one of the first Latin American countries with the largest number of Chinese arrivals and settlements, with a population of Chinese ancestry accounting for about 3 million. The fusion of cultural traditions of various ethnic groups has created diverse expressions in the fields of art, food, literature and music.
Regional location
Peru is located in the western part of South America and has an area of 12,85,216 km². It is bordered by Ecuador and Colombia to the north, Brazil to the east, Chile to the south, Bolivia to the southeast, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The coastline is 2254 km long.
Topography
The Andes run through the north and south of the country, the western coastal area is an arid plain, and the eastern part is the tropical rainforest of the Amazon Basin. Mountainous areas account for 1/3 of the country's area. The whole territory is divided into three regions from west to east: the western coastal area is a narrow arid zone, a tropical desert area, a dry and mild climate, a plain with intermittent distribution, developed irrigation agriculture, and a concentrated urban population; The central mountainous plateau area is mainly the middle section of the Andes, with an average altitude of about 4300 meters, the birthplace of the Amazon River; The eastern part is the Amazon tropical rainforest area, which belongs to the upper basin of the Amazon River, which is a foothill zone and an alluvial plain, with high temperatures and rainy temperatures all year round, forests everywhere, and sparsely populated land, which is a newly developed oil production area in Peru.
Both Coropuna and The Great Salcan Mountains are above 6,000 meters above sea level, and Mount Vascaran is 6,768 meters above sea level, the highest point in Peru. The main rivers are the Ukayali and Putumayo rivers. The southern section of the central part is volcanic, earthquake-prone, and lake Titicaca, the second largest lake in South America, is located on the southeastern border with Bolivia. The northern coast and offshore of the central part are oil reserves. Offshore waters are rich in fishery resources such as anchovies (Peruvian sardines), and coastal islands have a large number of guano layers. Forests cover 51 per cent of the Territory.
Lake Titicaca
Climatic characteristics
The whole territory is divided into tropical deserts, plateaus and tropical rainforests from west to east. Western Peru has a tropical desert and grassland climate, dry and mild, with an average annual temperature of 12 to 32 °C; The temperature in the central region changes greatly, and the average annual temperature is 1 to 14 °C; The eastern part has a tropical rainforest climate, with an average annual temperature of 24 to 35 °C. The average temperature in the capital is 15 to 25 °C. The annual precipitation is less than 50 mm in the west, 200 to 1000 mm in the middle, and more than 2000 mm in the east.
time zone
West 5th District (UTC-5), 5 hours later than GMT and 13 hours later than Beijing time.
Animal husbandry
Peru has a land area of 128 million hectares, of which 21.44 million hectares are agricultural land (2009 data), accounting for 16.8% of the land area. Of the agricultural land, 3.65 million hectares of arable land and 17 million hectares of permanent grassland and pastures.
Affected by geographical conditions, Peru's agricultural production shows obvious regional characteristics: western Peru is an intensive oasis agricultural area, dry climate, little rain, mainly relying on river water irrigation from the central Andes Mountains, is the most important agricultural area in Peru, the cultivated land area of the region accounts for 1/3 of the total cultivated land area of the country, mainly growing sugarcane, cotton, coffee, rice and other crops. The western sea is rich in fishery resources and is one of the most famous fishing grounds in the world. The central part is a mountainous area, which belongs to the traditional agricultural area, the land is fertile, there are many fertile fields and pastures, the mountain valleys are mainly planted with wheat, corn, barley, potatoes and beans, and the alpine cold land is mainly used to raise cattle, sheep and pigs. The eastern part is a forestland agricultural area with a low level of agricultural development, mainly producing food crops and fruits.
Peru's livestock industry has good natural conditions and abundant resources, but its development is slow due to extensive operation. Cattle, horses, sheep, pigs, donkeys, poultry and so on are mainly raised. The pastoral areas are concentrated in the two major districts of Puno and Cusco.
Specialty agricultural products
Peru is located on the western coast of South America and has a population of 32 million. Peru is a supplier of Chinese avocados, blueberries, quinoa, citrus, mangoes, botanical tara, coffee and other agricultural products, fishery products (squid, prawns) and alpaca fiber clothing.
The Free Trade Agreement between China and Peru was signed in 2009 and entered into force in 2010.
The Belt and Road Initiative Memorandum of Understanding was signed in April 2019, and on November 2, 2021, the two countries commemorated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
The Embassy of Peru in China focuses on supporting the joint venture of MACA maca series health care products in China, and maca drinks, capsules, etc. have a good market and sales.
Humanistic style
Amazon River
Amazon River; Portuguese: Rio Amazonas; Spanish: Río Amazonas), located in the north of South America, is the world's largest, largest river basin, and most tributary. Since the method of measuring the length of the river is inconclusive, there are many different theories about the length of the Amazon River, one of which is the common 6400 km. Originated in Ucayali-Apurimac, Peru.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu (Spanish: Machu Picchu; English: Machu Picchu), also known as Machu Picchu, is located 75 kilometers northwest of Cuzco in the territory of present-day Peru (Perú), the entire site towers on a ridge at an altitude of about 2350 meters, overlooking the Urubamba River Valley, surrounded by tropical jungles, is Peru's famous pre-Columbian Inca Empire built in the 15th century, is also one of the new seven wonders of the world.
Machu Picchu, which means "ancient mountain" in Quechua and also known as the "Lost Inca City", is a well-preserved pre-Columbian Inca relic. Machu Picchu is the most important archaeological excavation center in South America and therefore the most popular tourist attraction in Peru.
Due to its unique location, geographical features and late discovery, Machu Picchu became the most important of the Inca Empire
The Inca Trail
The Inca Trail is located in argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Colombia, starting from the circular fortress of Sacksawaman on the edge of the city of Cusco, with a total length of 2,000 to 3,000 kilometers.
The Inca Trail was built by the Inca Empire along the Andes Mountains between 1438 and 1532, starting from the circular fortress of Sassavaman on the edge of the city of Cusco, with a total length of 2000 to 3,000 kilometers, and was the transportation artery for the rulers to convey government decrees, produce and live and trade among the Incas, most of which existed in Peru. Under the leadership of Peru, five countries along the trail, argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Colombia, jointly carried out an heritage declaration project to make the site a world heritage site by 2005.
Wakacina Oasis
Known as the most beautiful oasis in South America, the Peruvian Oasis of Huacachina hides itself in the depths of hundreds of miles of barren desert. Huacachina is a small village in the Ica region of southwestern Peru and is inhabited by only 96 people.
Lima Grand Plaza
Grand Plaza Lima is a popular attraction in Lima, Peru. The copper fountain in the center of the square was built in 1650. The square is surrounded by the Presidential Palace, the Lima Municipal Building, the Cathedral, etc. The architecture of The Old Town of Lima still maintains the architectural style of Spain.
Kota huasi Canyon
Located near Arequipa, The Cotahuasi Canyon (Peru) is the deepest canyon in the world, with a depth of about 3535 meters, 335 meters deeper than the Coca Grand Canyon, and twice as deep as the Grand Canyon of the United States. The Kota Huaxi Gorge is formed by the long-term erosion of two mountain ranges by the Water of the Kota Huaxi River, and the canyon is deep and long.
The historic center of arequipa
The decorative architecture in the ancient city of Arepaqui is innovative based on a blend of European architecture and the essence of local traditional architecture. The creative fusion of technology and architectural forms is an important expression of the culture of the ancient cities of the Arepaqui region. Although the ancient city was built by Spanish colonists, the geographical environment, local indigenous cultural factors, the gradual deepening of colonial conquest and religious conquest, and the influence of the surrounding natural scenery on the architecture of the ancient city can be seen everywhere in the city.
The ancient city of Arequipa is a masterpiece of Spanish colonists and local indigenous peoples.
Gokta Falls
Gokta Falls is the fifth tallest waterfall in the world, with a drop of 760 meters. Peru's Goqueta Falls is the fifth tallest waterfall in the world, with a drop of 760 meters. The two-stage waterfall was discovered centuries ago in the Chachapoyas region of Peru, but it was not known to the outside world until 2005, when German Stefan Zemendorff and a Peruvian expedition field trip.
Yunbia Falls
Yumbilla Falls, located in peru's Amazon region, has a height of 2,937 feet (895.4 meters), according to data provided by peru's National Geographic Institute (ING), while the World Waterfall Database provides a smaller data of 2,854 feet (870 meters). Despite the official controversy over the height of The Cloudbria Falls, both figures are higher than its rivals, the sixth largest waterfall in the world, Norway's Vinnufossen, thus ensuring its current position as the old five.
Archaeological site of Charvine
The Archaeological Site of Chavin is a culture that originated from 1500 bc to 300 BC and developed in the alpine valleys of the Peruvian Andes. The slopes and squares here are surrounded by stone buildings, accompanied by a large number of animal-shaped ornaments, and the scenery is unique and colorful. The ruins were a place of worship in ancient times and a place of great fame that previously appeared in Colombia.
Salpon Beach
Salpon Beach is a small beach in Peru where the Warm El Niño Current and the Cold Current of the Humboud Sea Meet, making Salpon Beach plenty of warm sunshine all year round. Salpon Beach is one of the longest beaches on the north coast of Peru, with warm and tranquil waters with annual temperatures of 25-29 degrees.
Coca Canyon
The Coca Grand Canyon is a large canyon next to the Coca River, located 160 kilometers northwest of Arequipa, and is one of the deepest canyons in the world. Ranging from 2,000 to 4,000 meters above sea level, the canyon can be found in small Spanish colonial towns that have always been inhabited and maintain traditional living habits and terraced fields.
Kudelbo National Park
Cudelbo National Park is the oldest national park in Peru, established on September 8, 1961, covering an area of 82 square kilometers, and is the first protected area established by the Peruvian government.
lake titicaca
Located on the Koyao Plateau on the border between Bolivia and Peru, Lake Titicaca is the highest freshwater lake in South America, the highest large freshwater lake in the world, the highest navigable lake in the world by large ships, and the third largest lake in South America (after Lake Maracaibo and Lake Pattus).
Lake Titicaca is known in Spanish as Lago Titicaca, and the name of the floating island on the lake comes from the local Indian language, which may mean "jaguar's cliff" or "chieftain's cliff". There are different translations of "Rock of the Puma" or "Crag of Lead".
There are 52 islands in the lake, most of which are inhabited, and the largest island on the island of Kaca has the ruins of an Inca temple and is also a sacred lake for indians.
Customs of life
1. Dietary customs
Peru's food and cuisine are rich and varied. The Peruvian people made the potato the earliest breeders and eaters, and the potato is still their favorite food today. The Peruvian people, who have many original cooking techniques, can use potatoes as the main raw material to produce hundreds of pastries and delicacies with different flavors. At their table, there are always a few potato-style dishes made by boiling, frying, roasting and roasting.
Peruvian cuisine can be roughly divided into two major lines: the coastal area represented by Lima is mainly spicy, the main ingredients are fish, seafood, chicken and potatoes, and the methods are mostly cold mixing, steaming and grilling; Famous dishes include raw fish "ceviche", grilled spicy beef heart or fish skewer "anticucho". The mountain dishes represented by Cusco are mainly sweet, the main ingredients are beef, lamb and potatoes, and the main ingredients are stew, stew, stew and fry. Famous dishes include "sancochado" (sancochado) made of beef, sweet potatoes and plantains; "chuño" (chuño) fried in dried potatoes; Sweet and savoury shrimp soup "chupe" (chupe) and so on. The traditional drinks in Peru are chicha and pisco, made from corn and grapes, respectively. In general, the Indians in the mountains love to drink Chicha wine, and the coastal city dwellers like to drink pisco wine.
2. Drinking coca tea customs
Coca is a shrub that grows in the Andes region of South America, is 1 to 3 meters tall, has cocaine-containing leaves, and has an anesthetic effect. Local Indians often use coca leaves to make tea, called coca tea, which is drunk like tea and coffee. In order to endure the harsh living conditions, the poor Indians used the coca leaf as a chewing agent, and took it with them to chew in their mouths at any time to fill the hunger and cold.
3. Horse racing customs
Horse racing has a long history in Peru and was once one of the mass sports entertainment activities. The elegance of the horse racing track and the mastery of the knight's equestrian skills are well known among international horse racing enthusiasts. Horses produced in the provinces of Arequipa, Ika, and Lambayek are being purchased by riders from all over the world. Almost invariably, cities large and small in Peru have wide, level racecourses. Competitions and performances are held every week, and the modern Monterrico Racecourse in the capital Lima used to have as many as 4 races per week. Horse racing is generally arranged in successive speed races and horse skills. Traditional equestrian events include Pegasus Grabbing Chickens, "Horse Dance" and so on. News and photos of horse racing stand out in newspapers every day.
Food Culture - Peru these delicacies are worth trying
1: Marinated raw fish ceviche in lemon juice
2. Mashed potato pie Causa
3. Grilled beef heart skewers Anticucho de corazon
4: Red pepper bun rocoto Relleno
5. Stir-fried beef Lomo Saltado
6. Alpaca
7. Grilled guinea pig Cuy
8. Peruvian roast chicken Polo a la brasa
9. Pisco Sour
10. Inca Cola Inca Cola
Football culture
When we think of South American football, we tend to think of strong teams such as Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, and we know less about Peru. In fact, Peruvian football is a force to be reckoned with in world football.
Although the 2022 World Cup did not have Peru's figure, they regrettably lost to Australia 5:4 in the penalty shootout in the 2022 World Cup intercontinental play-off competition held in the early morning of Beijing time on the 14th, thus missing this year's World Cup.
But Peru finished third in the Copa America in both 2011 and 2015 and finished second in the final in the 2019 Copa America. In fifa's rankings, Peru is currently hovering around 20.
Summary: The beauty of Peru is multidimensional, and its location makes it a great place to experience adventure. It has a desert coast and a dense alpine jungle that allows you to enjoy a variety of exciting adventures. With 70% of the world's species and 1,816 species of birds, it is the second most populous country in the world, with about 4,000 species of butterflies, 3,000 species of orchids, and 17% of the territory is a nature reserve park. Peru not only has alpine terraces, lost empires, rainbow mountains, clear lakes, but also the people here are very warm and open in dress, with the enthusiasm of French elegant Brazilians, and the cheerful character of the unrestrained concept of life.
Peru is also a place rich in beautiful women, in Peru women are basically about 1.7 meters tall, so tall naturally needless to say, and there are many world-class supermodels, few and fine, Milett Figueroa is one of them, and she is not only the peruvian beauty pageant champion, but also the first Miss Supertalent winner in Peru! Only 27 years old, she looks sweet, mature and elegant, smiles and falls into the country, and her eyes are full of feminine, idyllic, beautiful and exotic charm.
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