Peru
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Moquegua Cylindrical Bollard
A cylindrical bollard with a black and yellow stripe at the top is unique to the state of Moquegua, located in the south of Peru.
BollardPeruvian Concrete Bollards
Bollards in Peru are painted red or yellow and are mainly triangular-shaped concrete structures, though other concrete designs are occasionally spotted.
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BollardMoquegua Cylindrical Bollard
A cylindrical bollard featuring a black and yellow stripe at the top is unique to the southern Peruvian state of Moquegua.
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BollardPeru's Concrete Bollards
Bollards in Peru are painted red or yellow, with the country mainly utilizing a variety of triangular-shaped concrete designs.
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PlatePeruvian License Plates
Peruvian license plates are either white or yellow. Yellow plates are less likely to be seen than white plates.
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PlateLicense Plate Placement
Vehicles in Peru feature license plates on both the front and the back.
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PlatePeruvian License Plate Colors
Peruvian license plates are either white or yellow. Yellow plates are less commonly seen than white plates.
PlatePeru Street Abbreviations
In Peru, the terms 'Calle' (abbreviated as 'Ca') and 'Jirón' (abbreviated as 'Jr') are used to mean street.
Language ScriptPeru Street Suffixes
In Peru, the street suffix 'Avenida', abbreviated as 'Av', is used to denote an avenue.
Language ScriptAvenida Street Suffix
In Peru, the street suffix 'Avenida', abbreviated as 'Av', is used to denote an avenue.
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Language ScriptPeruvian Street Suffixes
Peru uses Calle, Ca, Jirón, and Jr as street suffixes meaning street.
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Language ScriptLake Titicaca Coverage
The coverage on the north side of Lake Titicaca was captured during a significantly wetter season than the coverage on the south side.
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Road SignLake Titicaca Coverage
The coverage on the north side of Lake Titicaca was captured during a significantly wetter season than the coverage on the south side.
Road SignConcrete Signpost Bases
Metal signposts in Peru feature concrete blocks at the bottom.
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Road SignStriped Signposts in Peru
Peru is the only South American country that uses black-and-white striped signposts.
Road SignPeruvian Signpost Bases
Metal signposts in Peru feature concrete blocks at the bottom.
Road SignBlack-and-White Striped Signposts
Peru is the only South American country to use black-and-white striped signposts.
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Road SignRuta 28B Road Markings
Ruta 28B between the towns of Kimbiri and Echarate is a relatively small paved road with Generation 4 coverage that hugs the hillside next to a river valley. This stretch of road is characterized by very faded or missing road lines.
Road MarkingPeruvian Road Markings
Roads in Peru feature white outer edge lines and white inner center lines.
Road MarkingPeruvian Road Markings
Peruvian roads feature white outer lines, with highways displaying either single dashed or double yellow middle lines. Rural mountain roads typically have white outer lines without any center line.
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Road MarkingPeru Road Markings
Peruvian roads feature white outer lines, with rural mountain roads typically lacking a center line. Highways display either single yellow dashed or double yellow middle lines.
Road MarkingRuta 28B Road Characteristics
Ruta 28B between the towns of Kimbiri and Echarate is a relatively small paved road with Generation 4 coverage, featuring very faded or missing road lines. This road hugs the hillside and runs next to a river valley.
Road MarkingPeruvian Road Markings
In Peru, both the outside and inside road lines are white.
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ArchitectureNorthern Peruvian Roofs
Buildings with overhanging roofs supported by wood are primarily found in the northern regions of Peru. These structures are sometimes brightly colored.
ArchitectureSoutheastern Peruvian Villages
The region south of Lake Titicaca in eastern Peru typically features low grass, a few hills, village stone walls, and brown brick buildings.
ArchitectureRuta 30C Street View
In eastern Peru, the north-to-south segment of Ruta 30C between Planchon and Iñapari features Generation 3 coverage captured from a white Street View car. This route passes through dense forest with few villages.
ArchitecturePeruvian Architectural Styles
Commonly seen buildings in Peru range from Colonial-era structures and traditional red brick buildings to contemporary, boxy designs.
ArchitectureJauja and Huancayo Valley
The valley connecting the cities of Jauja and Huancayo features a flat plain with plentiful trees, agricultural areas, and small villages. North-south oriented mountains are visible on both edges of the valley.
ArchitectureRuta 30C Street View
Ruta 30C in eastern Peru, running mostly north to south between Planchon and Iñapari, features a white Generation 3 Street View car. The area is characterized by dense forest and few villages.
ArchitecturePeru Lake Titicaca Architecture
Closer to Lake Titicaca, red brick houses and buildings are more common. Buildings with corrugated metal roofs are also most common in these areas.
ArchitectureCommon Peruvian Architecture
Buildings commonly seen in Peru range from Colonial-era structures and contemporary boxy designs to traditional red brick buildings.
ArchitectureJauja and Huancayo Valley
The valley connecting the cities of Jauja and Huancayo features a flat plain with plentiful trees, agricultural areas, and small villages. North-south oriented mountains are visible on both edges of the valley.
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ArchitectureNorthern Peruvian Roofs
Buildings with overhanging roofs with wooden supports are mostly found in the northern regions of Peru. These structures are sometimes brightly colored as well.
ArchitectureEastern Peru Village Architecture
The region south of Lake Titicaca in eastern Peru typically features low grass, a few hills, village stone walls, and brown brick buildings.
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ArchitectureFar North Peruvian Mountains
In the far north of Peru, mountains are often covered in shrubby trees and bushes. Closer to the coast and the Ecuador border, these mountains frequently have a sandy orange appearance.
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VegetationPiura's Dry Vegetation
The southwestern landscape of Piura is generally dry, featuring a low amount of vegetation with a few shrubs and bushes.
VegetationTacna Olive Plantations
Olive tree plantations can be found in the far southern region of Tacna.
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VegetationNorthern Peruvian Mountains
In far north Peru, mountains are often covered in shrubby trees and bushes. Closer to the coast and the Ecuador border, these mountains frequently have a sandy orange appearance.
VegetationHigh-Elevation Pine Plantations
In Peru, pine plantations are typically located in higher elevation areas, away from coastal deserts and Amazonian regions. The most commonly planted species are Pinus radiata and Pinus patula.
VegetationRoute 1S South of Ica
Route 1S south of Ica is an undivided coastal road featuring red or orange soil with little-to-no vegetation. This section is entirely covered by Generation 4 camera imagery.
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VegetationLight Green Lichen
Patches of light green lichen cover rocks and grow on the ground in high-elevation regions of central and southern Peru.
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VegetationHigh Elevation Lichen
Patches of light green lichen cover rocks and grow on the ground in high elevation areas of central and southern Peru.
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VegetationHigh-Elevation Pine Plantations
Pine plantations are typically located in high-elevation areas, away from coastal deserts and the Amazon. The most commonly planted species are Pinus radiata and Pinus patula.
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VegetationRoute 1S South of Ica
South of the city of Ica, Route 1S is an undivided road that mostly follows the coast through areas with red or orange soil and little-to-no vegetation. This stretch of road features Generation 4 camera coverage.
VegetationTacna Olive Plantations
Olive tree plantations can be found in the far southern region of Tacna.
VegetationCoastal Agricultural Valleys
In the middle and southern regions, coastal agricultural valleys are commonly sandwiched between dry mountains with no vegetation. These valleys are generally oriented southwest-northeast.
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VegetationSouthwestern Piura Vegetation
The southwestern landscape of Piura is generally dry and mostly flat, though rolling hills are sometimes visible. It features a low amount of vegetation, consisting of a few shrubs and bushes.
VegetationCoastal Agricultural Valleys
In the middle and southern regions, coastal agricultural valleys are commonly sandwiched between dry mountains with no vegetation. These valleys generally have a southwest-northeast orientation.
VegetationLake Chinchaycocha
Located north of Huancayo, Lake Chinchaycocha is a shallow, marshy lake with a mountain range to its east. It is similar to Lake Titicaca but is less densely populated and features fewer trees.
VegetationLake Chinchaycocha
Located north of Huancayo, Lake Chinchaycocha is a shallow, marshy lake with a mountain range visible to its east. It resembles Lake Titicaca but is generally less densely populated and features fewer trees.
VegetationIca, Arequipa, and Tacna Deserts
Areas near the cities of Ica, Arequipa, and Tacna feature barren and mostly flat desert landscapes. Mountains are typically visible in the distance, primarily to the east.
TerrainCentral Highland Rocky Outcroppings
Exposed rocky outcroppings are commonly seen on the sides of hills and mountains in the high-elevation areas of central Peru. These formations are highly concentrated from near Lago Chinchaycocha in the Junin District stretching south toward Ayacucho.
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TerrainPiura and Lambayeque Border Terrain
Route 1N near the Piura and Lambayeque border features a distinct semidesert landscape. This area has overcast coverage in Generation 3, while Generation 4 coverage is drier but similar.
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TerrainTarapoto Surrounding Terrain
The areas adjacent to the northern Amazonian city of Tarapoto feature moderately tall, foliage-covered mountains.
TerrainSemi-Arid Mountains and Valleys
Peru largely consists of semi-arid mountain ranges and valleys.
TerrainCentral Rocky Mountain Peaks
Taller mountains in the middle of the country, stretching from near Huaraz southward to Cusco, often feature sharp and rocky peaks located away from the coast.
TerrainTarapoto Mountain Terrain
Areas adjacent to the northern Amazonian city of Tarapoto feature moderately tall, foliage-covered mountains.
TerrainPeru: Arequipa Volcanoes
Volcanoes are often seen in and around the city of Arequipa.
TerrainRoute 1N Border Landscape
Route 1N near the Piura and Lambayeque border features a distinct semidesert landscape. This area has overcast coverage in Generation 3, while Generation 4 is drier but looks similar.
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TerrainSharp Central Mountain Peaks
Taller mountains near the middle of Peru often feature rocky and sharp peaks. This region stretches from near Huaraz southward to Cusco, generally away from the coast.
TerrainExposed Rocky Outcroppings
In higher elevation areas near the center of the country, exposed rocky outcroppings are commonly seen on the sides of hills and mountains. High concentrations of these features are located near Lago Chinchaycocha in the Junin District, stretching south toward Ayacucho.
TerrainMountain Flatlands
Flat landscapes within the mountainous regions of Peru are typically located in central Puno and around Lake Chinchaycocha.
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TerrainVolcanoes of Arequipa
Volcanoes are frequently seen in and around the city of Arequipa.
TerrainTerrain of Peru
The country is generally flat in the east and mountainous in the west, with the exception of a flat desert near Piura in the northwest.
TerrainMountain Ranges and Valleys
The landscape of Peru largely consists of semi-arid mountain ranges and valleys.
TerrainTerrain of Peru
Peru is generally flat in the east and mountainous in the west. The northwest features an exception with an often flat desert near Piura.
TerrainFlat Mountain Landscapes
Flat landscapes within the mountainous regions of Peru are typically located in central Puno and the area surrounding Lake Chinchaycocha.
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TerrainIca, Arequipa, and Tacna Deserts
Areas near the cities of Ica, Arequipa, and Tacna feature barren and mostly flat desert landscapes. Mountains are typically visible in the distance, primarily to the east.
TerrainPainted Utility Poles
Some utility poles in Peru feature painted bottom sections. These sections are most commonly black or black-and-yellow.
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Utility PoleConcrete and Wood Poles
Peru uses a variety of utility poles made of either concrete or wood. These poles sometimes feature distinct horizontal concrete bars.
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Utility PolePainted Utility Poles
Some utility poles in Peru feature painted bottom sections, which are most commonly colored black or black-and-yellow.
Utility PoleConcrete and Wood Utility Poles
Peru utilizes a variety of utility poles made of either concrete or wood. These poles sometimes feature distinct horizontal concrete bars.
Utility PoleNorthern Coastal Sugar Cane
Most of Peru's sugar cane production is concentrated in large fields in the northern coastal regions near Chiclayo and Trujillo. Smaller cultivation areas exist further south in valleys near the Pacific coast.
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Peru has many political party logos, all of which are unique to the country.
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OtherLima Curved Lamp Posts
Lamp posts in Lima and the Lima Department often feature a distinct, sweeping curve at the top that resembles an inverted 'J' shape.
OtherThe Peruvian Sol
The currency of Peru is the sol, which uses the symbol S/. and can occasionally be seen on Street View.
OtherAguas Calientes Train Track
A train track covered by a trekker is located between Aguas Calientes and Cusco.
OtherTacna's Northern Dry Ridge
The city of Tacna in the far south of Peru is characterized by a distinct dry ridge located to its north.
OtherPucallpa Street Grid
The east-central Amazonian city of Pucallpa, situated near the border with Brazil, features a consistent street grid oriented from west-southwest to east-northeast.
OtherBoulevard Streets in Lima
Most boulevard-type streets in Peru are located in the city of Lima. These long, straight roads are typically divided by concrete or a grassy berm.
OtherRuta 5N Rainforest Road
Ruta 5N between the towns of San Alejandro and Esperanza is a relatively straight, flat road in good condition. This road primarily runs north-south through the rainforest.
OtherLima Curved Lamp Posts
Lamp posts in Lima and the Lima Department often feature a distinct, sweeping curve at the top that resembles an inverted 'J' shape.
OtherNorthern Coastal Agriculture
In Peru, banana and sugar cane plants are generally found in agricultural regions adjacent to the coast in the northern half of the country.
OtherCoastal Palms of Peru
Coconut palms and other tall palm species can sometimes be found in coastal areas of Peru, primarily north of Lima. These trees are mainly located within agricultural zones surrounding major coastal cities.
OtherTumbes Offroad Vegetation
Offroads in Tumbes typically feature sandy soil with either green or withered bushes.
OtherPeruvian Highway Numbering
Highways in Peru are mainly located in the west, with numbers increasing from north to south. Routes 1, 3, and 5 are the longest and traverse multiple departments.
OtherThe Peruvian Sol
The currency of Peru is the sol, which uses the symbol S/. and can occasionally be spotted on Street View.
OtherPeruvian Electricity Counters
Peruvian electricity counters are rectangular, metallic, and typically feature two or three horizontal slits.
OtherTaxi Side Stickers
In Peru, wide red and white stickers are typically attached to the sides of taxis.
OtherOrange Bridges
Bridges in Peru are commonly painted orange.
OtherPeruvian Kilometre Markers
Kilometre markers in Peru are made of concrete and are painted black and white.
OtherGeneration 4 Smallcam Coverage
Peru features Generation 4 'smallcam' coverage, which is mounted lower than regular Generation 4 cameras. This coverage is characterized by a relatively big circular blur with a small protrusion at the front.
OtherGen 3 Google Car Colors
During Gen 3 coverage, the Google car used in Peru is solid black or solid white.
OtherAguas Calientes Train Track
A train track covered by a trekker is located between Aguas Calientes and Cusco.
OtherTacna's Northern Dry Ridge
The city of Tacna in the far south of Peru features a distinct dry ridge to its north.
OtherPucallpa Street Grid
The east-central Amazonian city of Pucallpa, located close to the Brazil border, features a consistent street grid oriented from WSW to ENE.
OtherLima's Divided Boulevards
Most boulevard-type streets in Peru are located in Lima. These boulevards are typically long, straight streets divided by concrete or a grassy berm.
OtherRuta 5N Rainforest Road
Ruta 5N between the towns of San Alejandro and Esperanza is a relatively straight, flat road in good condition. This route primarily runs north-south through the rainforest.
OtherPeru Highway 1N/S
Highway 1N/S is divided in Peru.
OtherDark Red-Tinted Soil
Dark red-tinted soil is found in several areas of Peru, notably near the southern cities of Cusco and Ayacucho, as well as near the northern cities of Cajamarca and Tarapoto.
OtherGeneration 4 Smallcam Coverage
Peru features Generation 4 "smallcam" coverage, which is mounted lower than standard Generation 4 setups. This camera is distinguished by a relatively large circular blur with a small protrusion at the front.
OtherNorthern Coastal Agriculture
Banana and sugar cane plants in Peru are generally found in agricultural regions adjacent to the coast in the northern half of the country.
OtherCoastal Palm Trees
Coconut palms and other tall palm species are sometimes found in coastal areas of Peru, primarily north of Lima. They are mainly located in agricultural areas surrounding major coastal cities.
OtherTumbes Offroad Features
Three landscapes are typically found along offroads in Tumbes. These always feature sandy soil with either green or withered bushes.
OtherStreet View Coverage
Street View coverage in Peru is mostly located in the west and on main highways, with some exceptions in the east.
OtherPolitical Party Logos
Peru has many political party logos, and all of them are unique to the country.
OtherPeruvian Electricity Counters
Electricity counters in Peru feature a distinct rectangular, metallic design. They typically have two or three horizontal slits.
OtherTaxi Side Stickers
Taxis in Peru typically have wide red and white stickers attached to their sides.
OtherOrange Bridges
Bridges in Peru are commonly painted orange.
OtherPeruvian Kilometre Markers
Kilometre markers in Peru are made of concrete and are painted black and white.
OtherGen 3 Google Car Colors
During Gen 3 coverage, Peru utilizes a solid black or solid white Google car.
OtherCusco and Machu Picchu Car
A white Street View car is found in central Cusco. It drives from the remote town of Aguas Calientes up to Machu Picchu.
OtherIquitos Street View
Iquitos, a city in northeast Peru, features isolated Generation 3 Street View coverage that is disconnected from other areas of northern Peru. Overcast skies are commonly seen in this area.
OtherOpen-Front Tuk-Tuks
Tuk-tuks with open front compartments are primarily found in the northern half of Peru. They are especially common in northern Amazonian adjacent regions.
OtherDark Red-Tinted Soil
Dark red-tinted soil is found in several areas of Peru, notably near the southern cities of Cusco and Ayacucho, as well as near Cajamarca and Tarapoto in the north.
OtherNorthern Coast Sugar Cane
Most of Peru's sugar cane production occurs in large fields within the northern coastal regions near Chiclayo and Trujillo. Smaller sugar cane areas are located further south in other valleys close to the Pacific coast.
OtherStreet View Coverage
Street View coverage in Peru is mostly located in the west and on main highways, with some exceptions in the east.
OtherNorthern Peru Tuk-Tuks
Tuk-tuks featuring open front compartments are mainly located in the northern half of Peru. These vehicles are particularly common in regions adjacent to the northern Amazon.
OtherPeruvian Mototaxis
Tuk tuks, known locally as mototaxis, are frequently seen in Peru, particularly in major cities such as Lima, Trujillo, Chiclayo, Piura, and Iquitos.
OtherBlack-and-Yellow Guardrails
Guardrails throughout Peru commonly feature black-and-yellow stripes, though other designs are sometimes found.
OtherWhite Street View Car
In Peru, a white Street View car is found in central Cusco. It drives from the remote town of Aguas Calientes up to Machu Picchu.
OtherIquitos Street View Coverage
Iquitos is an isolated city in northeast Peru that only features Generation 3 Street View coverage. This coverage is commonly characterized by overcast skies and is isolated from other mapped areas in northern Peru.
OtherPeru Highway Numbering
Highways in Peru are primarily located in the west, with route numbers increasing from north to south. Highways 1, 3, and 5 are the longest and cross multiple departments.
OtherPeruvian Mototaxis
Tuk tuks, known as mototaxis in Peru, are frequently seen in the country, especially in major cities such as Lima, Trujillo, Chiclayo, Piura, and Iquitos.
OtherBlack-and-Yellow Guardrails
Guardrails with black-and-yellow stripes are found throughout Peru, though different designs can sometimes be seen.
OtherPeru Gen 4 Street View
Peru has Generation 4 Street View coverage, unlike neighboring Bolivia which does not. Ecuador also has some Generation 4 coverage.
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