Culture Appreciation Journal March 2022 | Page 7

The marinara, this dance, a tangible symbol of Peru, is practiced in many parts of the country. Among all its variants, the best known is the marinera norteña (the northern one), but equally colorful is the marinara limeña (from the capital of Perú) and the other versions that are danced in different places in the territory. Considered Cultural Heritage of the Nation since 1986, the marinera is a courtship dance that begins with the percussion of a snare or a Peruvian Cajon. The couple bows to each other and maintains a certain distance, shortening as the flirting progress.

In Peru, instead of money, they have sol. One sol is equivalent to 0.25 US dollars. Pedro Castillo is the President of Peru. The politics of the Republic of Peru takes place in a framework of a unitary semi-presidential representative democratic republic, whereby the President of Peru is both head of state and head of government and a pluriform multi-party system. The President and the Government exercise executive power.

Some of the most popular places to visit in Peru are Machu Picchu, Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Colca Canyon. These are just a few places because Peru is a big country and many places to explore. In Peru, there are many things to do, such as hiking, going to the beaches, and just exploring the many different cities in Peru. 

The fauna and Flora in Peru are magnificent. The fauna includes; Jaguar, Andean Condor, Spectacled bear, Amazon river dolphin, peruvian Inca Orchid, llama, Humboldt penguin, Cougar, the red-green macaw, and many other amazing animals. The flora in Peru includes Amazon lily, Peruvian sundew, Peruvia wild tomato, and Abra Malaga mountain fern. 

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