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).Congress of Peru, Political Constitution of Peru Article 49 , retrieved October 30, 2008
SymbolImageAdopted Flag Flag of Peru February 25, 1825 National anthem National Anthem of Peru September 19, 1821 Coat of arms Coat of arms of Peru March 18, 2016
National emblems Source +SymbolImageAdoptedCockadeCockade of PeruEscarapela1825MottoNational motto: Firm and Happy for the Union1825
Unofficial symbols SymbolImageRemarks National flower Cantua (kantuta or guano)Cantua buxifolia National Institute for Natural Resources (INRENA), Boletín de Noticias No. 588, retrieved October 30, 2008 Unofficial national flower emblems National animal Vicuña Vicugna vicugna Unofficial national animal emblems National bird Cock-of-the-rock Rupicola peruviana Unofficial national bird emblems National colors Unofficial national symbol National InstrumentPan-fluteUnofficial national symbol.
Peruvian icons Icons of Peruvian culture.
ImageRemarksMachu PicchuInca ruins of Machu Picchu.Inca KolaSweet yellow soft drink.Incan EmpireAncient civilization that encompassed Peru.
See also List of national animals List of national anthems List of national birds List of national flowers
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