PRETTY PERU
by Lori Nelson
Most notable about Peruvian people is the perpetual smile
adorning their faces. Perhaps due to a typically small stature, Peruvians have
large personalities, eagerly welcoming visitors and each other wherever they
go.
Spanish is the official language in this heart of the Incan
empire, and the music, food, and culture are heavily influenced by those
Spanish roots.
Peru is the fifth largest country in Latin America. Football
is the most popular sport (Americans call it “soccer”), and Peruvian people are
passionate about it. Most people in Peru are Catholic and cling to traditional
stereotypes of men being bread winners and women staying in the home. They are
a devoted people, and perhaps their faith and perpetual happiness are
attributes other cultures can learn from and emulate.
There are thousands of annual popular festivals in Peru,
many celebrating saints, nature, and freedom, and Peruvian festivals often have
a mystical side to them. The people of Peru are outstanding with pottery and
other artisan crafts, which are highly valued worldwide. Their cuisine is a
gastronomic mix of pleasurable aromas and spices, recognized globally, and
tourists often plan special tours to taste the deliciousness from each region.
It’s the oldest civilization in South America. It resonates
with charm, delightful idiosyncrasies, and those perpetually happy people.
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