Peru: capital, population, borders and facts
Peru is a country in South America. Its capital city is Lima. Roughly 34 million people live there, based on rounded estimates for around 2024. Peru shares a land border with 5 countries: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Ecuador. Its coast touches the Pacific Ocean. The national flag uses red and white.
| Capital city | Lima |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Population (approx.) | 34 million |
| Land neighbours | 5: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador |
| Seas and oceans | Pacific Ocean |
| Flag colours | red, white |
Outline of Peru
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Peru?
The capital of Peru is Lima.
What is the population of Peru?
Peru has roughly 34 million people (rounded estimate, around 2024).
Which countries border Peru?
Peru borders Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Ecuador.
Is Peru landlocked?
No, Peru is not landlocked.
Travel basics for Peru
In Peru, traffic drives on the right, plug types A and B and C and emergency number 911. See plug type, voltage, driving side, emergency number, calling code and currency on the Peru travel basics page.
Put what you know about Peru to the test
Facts stick better when you use them. New puzzles appear every day, and these games use this kind of fact:
- Capital: the capital of Peru is Lima. Test yourself on capitals in Capital Hunt or the capital cities quiz.
- Shape: do you recognise the outline above? Try the country outline quiz or Outline.
- Flag: The Peru flag uses red and white. Can you tell flags apart from their colours? Try Guess the Flag.
- Borders: Peru has 5 land neighbours. Name a country's neighbours against the clock in Neighbour Rush, or find the shortest land route between two countries in Border Run.
- Population: With roughly 34 million people, Peru is a good one to compare in Population Match or Population Showdown.
- Everything at once: work out a hidden country from six clues in Mystery Country, or browse all geography games.
More countries in South America
Argentina Bolivia Brazil Chile Colombia Ecuador Guyana Paraguay Suriname Uruguay Venezuela
Facts are rounded and checked against standard references, but please double-check anything important. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.