Peru country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (KO)
📍 Peru
Theme Independence Day 2027
Peru is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Lima, the national observance is Independence Day on 28 July, and the national colours are red and white. Jose de San Martin proclaimed Peru's independence in Lima on 28 July 1821.
Capital and region (KO)
Lima is the capital. Peru sits in the American time region, on the America/Lima clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Wednesday, 28 July 2027. Jose de San Martin proclaimed Peru's independence in Lima on 28 July 1821. Locally it is called Fiestas Patrias. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are red and white. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Peru?
The capital is Lima.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Wednesday, 28 July 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and white.
What does the national day mark?
Jose de San Martin proclaimed Peru's independence in Lima on 28 July 1821.
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