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Language |
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The official
language is Spanish. “Quechuan” and “Aymaran”
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Currency and Exchange |
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The
official currency in Peru is the “Nuevo Sol”, represented
by the symbol S/. The American dollar is the currency of easiest
exchange and acceptance. You may change dollars in banks,
exchange houses and hotels. Exchange other cur???? ?rencies
is more difficult being able to do it only in exchange houses.
On the other hand, exchanging traveller cheques is a bit difficult.
For the official quote of foreign currencies against the “Nuevo
Sol”, please consult
el cambio del día |
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Banks |
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The
cities of Puno and Juliaca have offices of the principal national
banks.
Banco de Crédito del Perú
(automatic
teller machine 24 hours VISA PLUS)
BBVA Banco Continental
(automatic
teller machine 24 hours VISA PLUS/ELECTRON)
Interbank
(automatic
teller machine Unicard only on office hours)
Banco Wiese Sudameris
(automatic teller machine
Unicard 24 hours)
Banco de la Nación
(automatic teller
machine MultiRed 24 hours)
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Credit
Cards |
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Most of the shops, hotels
and restaurants accept the world wide known credit cards, such as
Visa, Master Card, American Express and Diners Club. |
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Religion |
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The
official religion is the Catholic, but freedom of cult exists,
most of the temples and churches offer religious acts in different
schedules.
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