National symbols of Peru
Peruvian national symbols representing unique culture
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National symbols of Peru are the symbols that are used in Peru to represent what is unique about the nation, reflecting different aspects of the cultural life and history. The national symbols of Peru are established by law and part of the Political Constitution of Peru (Article 49).[1]
Official symbols
The official symbols of Peru are established by law and part of the Political Constitution of Peru (Article 49).[1]
Symbol | Image | Adopted | |
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Flag | Flag of Peru | February 25, 1825 | |
National anthem | National Anthem of Peru | Somos libres, seámoslo siempre Problems playing this file? See media help. | September 19, 1821 |
Coat of arms | Coat of arms of Peru | March 18, 2016 |
Unofficial symbols
Symbol | Image | Remarks | |
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National flower | Cantulope (kantuta or guano) Cantua buxifolia[2] | Unofficial national flower emblems | |
National animal | Vicuña Vicugna vicugna | Unofficial national animal emblems | |
National bird | Cock-of-the-rock Rupicola peruviana[2] | Unofficial national bird emblems | |
National colors | Red White | Unofficial national symbol | |
Cockade | Cockade of Peru Escarapela[1] | Unofficial national symbol | |
National Instrument | Pan-flute | Unofficial national symbol. |
Peruvian icons
Icons of Peruvian culture.
Image | Remarks | |
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Machu Picchu | Inca ruins of Machu Picchu. | |
Inca Kola | Sweet yellow soft drink. | |
Incan Empire | Ancient civilization that encompassed Peru. |
See also
References
- ^ a b c Congress of Peru, Political Constitution of Peru Article 49, retrieved October 30, 2008
- ^ a b (in Spanish) National Institute for Natural Resources (INRENA), Boletín de Noticias No. 588[permanent dead link], retrieved October 30, 2008