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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...

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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…

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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.

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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…

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Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)

Founded in 1907 by Catholic priest Father Jorge Dintilhac of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts…

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Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH)

The Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH) - Cayetano Heredia University is a private,…

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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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What you can & can’t bring into Peru

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When travelling to a foreign country it’s always a good idea to know which items you can take without any problems, and which ones you better leave at home because restrictions or bans apply in the country of your destination. For Peru…

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Day of the Creole Song - Dia de la Cancion Criolla

Peruvian Public Holidays and Festivities

While on October 31 most think of Halloween, Peru celebrates on that day an important part of the coastal culture of the country with the Day of the Creole Song - Dia de la Cancion Criolla.

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Company & Corporation Types in Peru

There are different types of legal entities which investors can use in order to incorporate…

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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…

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Peru´s Business & Investment Guide

Peru is seeking to attract investment, both domestic and foreign, in all sectors of the economy.…

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Indefinite-term employment contracts are the rule of thumb for hiring in Peru. Without prejudice to…

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Corporate Considerations for Peru

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Peru, the richest country in the world, invites us to discover that being rich isn’t about having the most; it’s about experiencing the most unforgettable moments. And these experiences begin on a trip to Peru, a place where the diversity…

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			1 Lima International Book Fair 2019 Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. National Alpaca Day celebration Each year on August 1, Peru and here especially the southern highland regions of the country celebrate National Alpaca Day focusing on the small, fluffy camelid, honoring the challenging work of generations of Alpaca breeders and promoting the consumption and usage of Alpaca products. Day of Pachamama celebrations in Peru In Peru, and here especially in the Andean highlands, August 1 (and actually the entire month of August) is dedicated to Pachamama, next to the sun god Inti probably the most important and worshiped deity in the Inca culture. Date : Thursday, 01 August 2019	2 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Lima International Book Fair 2019 Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Friday, 02 August 2019	3 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Lima International Book Fair 2019 Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Saturday, 03 August 2019	4 Lima International Book Fair 2019 Since 1995 the Lima International Book Fair (FIL LIMA) is the largest and most prestigious publishing and cultural event in Peru. This year’s 24th edition is held from July 19 to August 04 at the Parque de Proceres in Jesus Maria, Lima. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Open Museums in Peru – Museos Abiertos Open Museums (Museos Abiertos), an initiative of the Peruvian Ministry of Culture that allows Peruvians and foreign residents to visit more than 50 public museum, archaeological sites and historical places throughout the country free of charge, returns in 2019. Date : Sunday, 04 August 2019
5 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Cross of Chalpon celebration in Peru Each year around August 5, the citizens of Motupe, a small town about 80 km (50 miles) north of Chiclayo in the Lambayeque region, and worshippers from across the country pay homage to the Cross of Chalpon with a large pilgrimage festival. Date : Monday, 05 August 2019	6 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Tuesday, 06 August 2019	7 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Wednesday, 07 August 2019	8 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Thursday, 08 August 2019	9 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Friday, 09 August 2019	10 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Date : Saturday, 10 August 2019	11 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Hot Wheels City: The Event in Lima 2019 For the first time the “Hot Wheels City: The Event” comes to Lima at full speed offering fun and adrenaline-filled entertainment for the whole family. Pan American Games Lima 2019 For the first time the Pan American Games, a major sporting event comparable to the Summer Olympic Games but restricted to participants of the Americas, are held in Lima, Peru from July 26 to August 11, 2019. Ironruna Half Triathlon in Mollendo, Arequipa 2019 The Ironruna Half Triathlon 2019, organized by the Ironruna Sports Association in coordination with the municipality of Mejía, Arequipa, takes place in the small town of Mollendo in southern Peru in August 2019. Date : Sunday, 11 August 2019
12 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Monday, 12 August 2019	13 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Tuesday, 13 August 2019	14 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Wednesday, 14 August 2019	15 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Friendship Parade - Corso de la Amistad in Arequipa Each year Arequipa, Peru’s second largest city, celebrates its foundation anniversary with the Corso de la Amistad, the Friendship Parade, on August 15. Date : Thursday, 15 August 2019	16 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Friday, 16 August 2019	17 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Latin Pet Show 2019 in Lima 10:00 AM After the huge success of last year’s 1st Latin Pet Show, the mega-event for all pet owners, pet lovers and pet professionals is back in Lima in its 2nd edition this August. Marc Anthony in Lima 2019 – Opus Tour Marc Anthony, Grammy Award-winning Salsa King, kicks off his new tour Opus on August 17, 2019 in Lima, Peru which he considers his second home. Date : Saturday, 17 August 2019	18 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Latin Pet Show 2019 in Lima 10:00 AM After the huge success of last year’s 1st Latin Pet Show, the mega-event for all pet owners, pet lovers and pet professionals is back in Lima in its 2nd edition this August. Date : Sunday, 18 August 2019
19 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Monday, 19 August 2019	20 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Tuesday, 20 August 2019	21 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Date : Wednesday, 21 August 2019	22 Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Cigarettes After Sex in Lima 2019 08:00 PM Cigarettes After Sex, an ambient pop collective led by songwriter Greg Gonzalez and based out of Brooklyn, New York, gives a concert in Lima for the first time in August 2019. Date : Thursday, 22 August 2019	23 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Peruvian Coffee Day celebration As so many other national products, coffee has its own day of celebration in Peru. Since 2008 the last Friday of August is dedicated to Peruvian coffee and promoted with tastings, fairs and special offers. Date : Friday, 23 August 2019	24 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Festival del Pan y el Dulce in Lima 2019 The Peruvian Bakers and Pastry Association (Aspan) and the municipality of San Borja invite to the Festival del Pan y el Dulce – the Bread and Sweets Festival – at the end of August in San Borja. ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. WWE Live Lima 2019 08:00 PM World Wrestling Entertainment fans in Peru pay attention: After the huge success of the 2016 and 2017 WWE Live events, WWE finally returns to Peru in August to present WWE Live Lima 2019. Date : Saturday, 24 August 2019	25 La Tarumba in Lima 2019 – Volver As it has become a tradition over the past years, La Tarumba, Peru’s famous and extremely successful circus which combines traditional circus with music and theater, once again pitch their tent in Lima during the winter months presenting their new show “Volver”. Gran Circo de China 2019 in Lima For the first time the Gran Circo de China, a troupe consisting of 50 extraordinary artists belonging to the famous National Acrobats and Circus of the People's Republic of China, perform in Peru at the end of July and in August 2019. Festival del Pan y el Dulce in Lima 2019 The Peruvian Bakers and Pastry Association (Aspan) and the municipality of San Borja invite to the Festival del Pan y el Dulce – the Bread and Sweets Festival – at the end of August in San Borja. ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Date : Sunday, 25 August 2019
26 ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Date : Monday, 26 August 2019	27 ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Date : Tuesday, 27 August 2019	28 ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Date : Wednesday, 28 August 2019	29 ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Date : Thursday, 29 August 2019	30 ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Saint Rose of Lima celebration Already in the 17th century Pope Clemente X designated August 30 to Saint Rose of Lima, the patron saint of Lima, Peru, the Americas and the Philippines. And to the present this day is a public holiday in Peru honoring the devoted and selfless patroness. Date : Friday, 30 August 2019	31 ParaPan American Games in Lima 2019 After the spectacular Pan-American Games 2019 in Lima, the Peruvian capital hosts as well the ParaPan American Games, a major sporting event for athletes with disabilities comparable the Paralympic Games but restricted to participants from the Americas, from August 23 to September1, 2019. Date : Saturday, 31 August 2019