Peru

Peru,  located on the Pacific coast of South America, is the third largest country on
the continent. It is a country of environmental contrasts with the Amazon Rainforest and the headwaters of the Amazon River, the Andes Mountains, and the coastal deserts. Peru is bordered to the north by Ecuador and Colombia, to the east by Brazil and Bolivia, to the south by Chile, and the west by the Pacific Ocean. The total area of this country is 1,285,220 sq km which is two times larger than the state of Texas. 
Facts on Peru
There are 106 recognized people groups in Peru, with an equal number (106) of
different languages spoken in Peru. 
The total population of Peru is 29,

• The
  total     population of Peru is 29,547,000+.

• Three-quarters
  of the population     have no electricity; most housing lacks water and sewage.
  

• 54%
  of the population lives in     poverty. Many come to the cities for refuge and
  work.

• The
  average yearly income in     Peru is equivalent to $2,400 US.
  

• Health
  care is poor in rural     areas, and the nation continues to be plagued by such
  diseases as typhoid,     tuberculosis, malaria, and whooping cough. Highest
  risks for illness:     Hepatitis A, typhoid, dengue fever (jungle), malaria
  (jungle), yellow     fever (jungle), leptosporiasis.
  

• Malnutrition
  is prevalent,     particularly among children and women. Anemia is
  common.

Peru
is home to many ancient civilizations, some dating back 4000+ years.

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