Peru Information, Guidelines & General Advice
Peru is a very diverse country with a rich culture that reflects literally in all aspects of life. As a travel destination the possibilities are endless when you take the time to not only focus on the well-known main attractions and consider discovering the country and the people. Peru Telegraph is much more than a news portal and our aim is to provide important information also for the traveler, visitor and resident to make your stay much easier, safer and enjoyable. The Peru Information section will help you find well researched guidelines, advice and basic knowledge. We love to share our ample experience of the country to help you with the daily difficulties you might encounter...
Peruvian Visa Types
Peruvian Tourist Visa
When planning a trip to Peru sooner or later bureaucratic and visa related matters come to mind. As finding detailed and up to date information on this topic can be challenging, we put together comprehensive infos and advice on all…
Legal Stuff in Peru
Marrying in Peru
You are planning to marry in Peru? First of all, “Congratulations”! Tying the knot in Peru is a simple and easy process, at least if you have a general understanding about the process and, in case a foreigner is involved, have all the…
Travel Tips and Safety Advice for Peru
How dangerous is Peru?
Peru is a diverse country full of vitality and South American lifestyle which can be visited easily and safely. Most Peruvians are hardworking and honest people who warmly welcome visitors.
The History of Peru
The History of the Peruvian National Flag
The red and white colors of the Peruvian flag were an inspiration of General José de San Martín. There are various theories and interpretations about its composition.
Public Holidays & Festivities
Rebuilding of the Q’eswachaka Bridge
In the first half of June members of four Quechua communities high in the Peruvian Andes about 180 km (110 miles) from Cusco come together to ceremonially cut the ropes of the Q’eswachaka bridge, the last remaining traditional Inca rope…
Business & Investment
Company & Corporation Types in Peru
There are different types of legal entities which investors can use in order to incorporate…
Setting up a Company or Corporation in Peru
Any company established in Peru with national or foreign capitals is governed by the General Law on…
Peru´s Business & Investment Guide
Peru is seeking to attract investment, both domestic and foreign, in all sectors of the economy.…
Labor Regulations Peru
Indefinite-term employment contracts are the rule of thumb for hiring in Peru. Without prejudice to…
Corporate Considerations for Peru
In this guide we have collected important additional legal background for the corporate environment…
Peruvian Money
Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series
The numismatic series "Riqueza y Orgullo del Perú" (Wealth and Pride of Peru) was issued by the…
Natural Resources of Peru Coin Series
The numismatic series "Recursos Naturales del Peru" (Natural Resources of Peru) was issued by the…
Threatened Wildlife of Peru Coin Series
The numismatic series "Fauna Silvestre Amenazada del Perú" (Threatened Wildlife of Peru) was issued…
Current Peruvian Banknotes
The current banknotes of Peru are not only lovely with famous Peruvian personalities on the front…
Current Peruvian Coins
Like the current Peruvian banknotes, the Peruvian coins in circulation reflect the countries rich…
How to distinguish between real and fake Peruvian money
Over the past decade Peru established itself as the world leader in counterfeit money output…
International Schools in Peru
International Schools in Peru
Public schools in Peru have an extremely bad reputation; and deservedly so. Unfortunately, quite often school buildings are in bad shape, classes are big, teachers underpaid and unmotivated while the educational standard is on an extremely…
Top Universities in Peru
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)
Founded in 1907 by Catholic priest Father Jorge Dintilhac of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts…
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH)
The Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH) - Cayetano Heredia University is a private,…
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM)
Established in 1551 as the first official university on the American continent, the Universidad…
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Peruvian Newspapers
With the ever-increasing trend to deliver news online, the good old newspaper, printed on paper, which provided readers with the latest local, national and international news for centuries, seems to be on the way out. Around the globe…
