Articles tagged with: Peru
War of Independence
The economic crises, the loss of power of Spain in Europe, the war of independence in North America and native uprisings all contributed to a favorable climate to the development …
New reforms
At the beginning of the eighteenth century there was a change of dynasties in the Spanish Crown after the last Habsburg King of Spain, Charles II, left the throne to …
New colonial settlements
During their long journey to , it became visible that the conquerors presence was not welcome by all the inhabitants. An act of resistance …
Society
Peru’s complex social system and its hierarchical values were inherited from colonial times and continue as guidelines and principles that regulate social and interpersonal behavior that have become part of the culture of Peru. Before the arrival of Europeans the territory was populated by Peru’s ethnic population known as Amerindians. Colonization brought slavery and the decline of the local population due to foreign diseases. Today Peru’s ethnic composition is mixed.
Peruvian Economy
Peru has a market oriented economy. Growth from 1997 to 2006 averaged 4.5%, in 2007 the economy grew 9% and in 2008 9.8% making it the fastest growing economy in …
