Fascinating Facts on Peru!
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Presented By: Kristin Marecek
Location…
• Peru is located in South America. • It is on the west central side of South America.
• The countries that border Peru are Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile.
• The ocean that is on the coast of Peru is the South Pacific Ocean.
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Some Places to See!
Lima
• • This city is not only the largest city in Peru, but it is it’s capital. Lima was founded by a Spanish conquistador (spanish soldier), Franciso Pizzaro.
Machu Picchu
• • Often referred to as “The Lost City of the Incas” It is a pre-Columbian Inca city
Cuzco
• • This city is located in the southeastern part of Peru Many people believe that the city was planned to be shaped like a puma (many cultures admire the grace and power of the puma)
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Quick Quiz!
Where is Peru located?
• A. North America • B. Europe • C. South America • D. Africa
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Peru is located in South America along the west coast, as stated in the beginning.
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Hi, my name is Kristin Marecek and I created this power point presentation for EDT 3470. I had traveled to Peru the summer of 2004.
For questions or concerns you may contact me at: Kristin.g.marecek@wmich.edu