On our planet, there are Seven continents which have an abundance of culture, religion and history. The continent of South America has a specific Spanish speaking country called Peru. This country has maintained its slight impact in the world because of their economic system’s ability to partnership with world giants such as the United States, China, and Japan. Their vast tourism industry contributes to their economic standing as well. Peru’s citizens embrace their culture and traditions, which intrigues tourist around the world. Machu Picchu is one of the most popular tourist destinations. The primary language spoken here in Peru is called Castellan, also known as Spanish and Quechua, which is the language spoken by the indigenous.
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They possess a wide range of dishes and native ingredients that, to some, helps secures their position as a country with some of the best food. Many dishes have originated here and now have variations around the world. Cebiche, raw fish with lime, lomo saltado, meat with onions and potatoes, and aji de gallina, spicy chicken are examples of dishes that started in Peru and were later adapted. The people of Peru, better known as the Peruvians, are credited for being the world’s largest producer of the popular coca leaf. The primary sport in Peru is football, better known as soccer to Americans. Peruvians are as passionate about this sport as the United States is with football. Because of this passion, it can be very dangerous to attend their stadiums as a fan because of the high crime rates in the surrounding areas (O’Meara …show more content…
“Pre-Spanish architecture are the structures that were created by those indigenous to the original land before the interfering of the Spanish. Today, these well-known structures are still standing and appreciated as a part of their rich culture. Examples of these structures include: the temple of the Machu Picchu in Cuzco and Sacsayhuaman in Cuzco. Native Peruvians adored their Sun God, so their architecture served as places to perform rituals and sacrifices”. (Espinoza, 1990). When the Spanish empire invaded Peru, they introduced new architecture to the country. The Spanish destroyed many of the indigenous structures to make room for their own Catholic Cathedrals and military forts. An example of this would be the Santo Domingo Cathedral. It is located on top of the land that used to hold the natives’ temple to the sun. Both architectural structures are still visible in Peru. “In current history, Peruvians have begun using a more modern architectural style to build homes and city buildings. This style is now the most visible in the country”. (Alvarez,
They possess a wide range of dishes and native ingredients that, to some, helps secures their position as a country with some of the best food. Many dishes have originated here and now have variations around the world. Cebiche, raw fish with lime, lomo saltado, meat with onions and potatoes, and aji de gallina, spicy chicken are examples of dishes that started in Peru and were later adapted. The people of Peru, better known as the Peruvians, are credited for being the world’s largest producer of the popular coca leaf. The primary sport in Peru is football, better known as soccer to Americans. Peruvians are as passionate about this sport as the United States is with football. Because of this passion, it can be very dangerous to attend their stadiums as a fan because of the high crime rates in the surrounding areas (O’Meara …show more content…
“Pre-Spanish architecture are the structures that were created by those indigenous to the original land before the interfering of the Spanish. Today, these well-known structures are still standing and appreciated as a part of their rich culture. Examples of these structures include: the temple of the Machu Picchu in Cuzco and Sacsayhuaman in Cuzco. Native Peruvians adored their Sun God, so their architecture served as places to perform rituals and sacrifices”. (Espinoza, 1990). When the Spanish empire invaded Peru, they introduced new architecture to the country. The Spanish destroyed many of the indigenous structures to make room for their own Catholic Cathedrals and military forts. An example of this would be the Santo Domingo Cathedral. It is located on top of the land that used to hold the natives’ temple to the sun. Both architectural structures are still visible in Peru. “In current history, Peruvians have begun using a more modern architectural style to build homes and city buildings. This style is now the most visible in the country”. (Alvarez,