What is unique about Peru’s population?
It is the largest and most populous country in Pacific South America
What is the capital of Peru?
Lima, the largest city in the region, 1/3 of the people live here
Why is Lima so unique?
It has industry, universities, government jobs, attract many people
Describe the poor people of Lima
there are few slum areas, claim land on the outskirts of the city, get poor building materials, hard time getting water and electricity from the city
Describe the young people of Lima
Migrants from the highlands, come to escape violence from their villages