National symbols of Peru explained

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).

Official symbols

The official symbols of Peru are established by law and part of the Political Constitution of Peru (Article 49).[1]

SymbolImageAdopted
FlagFlag of PeruFebruary 25, 1825
National anthemNational Anthem of PeruSeptember 19, 1821
Coat of armsMarch 18, 2016

Unofficial symbols

SymbolImageRemarks
National flowerCantulope (kantuta or guano)
Cantua buxifolia[2]
Unofficial national flower emblems
National animalVicuña
Vicugna vicugna
Unofficial national animal emblems
National birdCock-of-the-rock
Rupicola peruviana
Unofficial national bird emblems
National colorsUnofficial national symbol
CockadeCockade of Peru
Escarapela
Unofficial national symbol
National InstrumentPan-fluteUnofficial national symbol.

Peruvian icons

Icons of Peruvian culture.

ImageRemarks
Machu PicchuInca ruins of Machu Picchu.
Inca KolaSweet yellow soft drink.
Incan EmpireAncient civilization that encompassed Peru.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Congress of Peru, Political Constitution of Peru Article 49, retrieved October 30, 2008
  2. National Institute for Natural Resources (INRENA), Boletín de Noticias No. 588, retrieved October 30, 2008