Peru Introduction Key Facts Chapter01 LAND & PEOPLE Geographical Snapshot Climate Perus Departments A Brief History Government Today The Business Landscape Chapter02 VALUES & ATTITUDES Religion Living for the Moment The Family Social Ties Pride, Honor, and Machismo Attitudes Toward Others Chapter03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS The Church Festivals and Holidays The Festival Calendar Saints Days and Pilgrimages Shamanism and Other Traditions Chapter04 MAKING FRIENDS Part of the Family What Should I Talk About? Peruvian Hospitality Timekeeping Neighbors Expatriate Associations Sports and Other Clubs Chapter05 THE PERUVIANS AT HOME Peruvian Homes Daily Life Leisure Time Children Education The Media Chapter06 TIME OUT Food Drinks Eating Out Nightlife and Peos Sports Cultural Activities Shopping for Pleasure Chapter07 TRAVELING Getting Around Urban Transportation Trains Driving Where to Stay Health Natural Hazards Safety Places to Visit Chapter08 BUSINESS BRIEFING Business Culture Making Appointments Business Meetings Presentations Negotiations Gift Giving “Favors” Business Entertainment Employment for Foreigners Contracts and Fulfillment Chapter09 COMMUNICATING Language Face-to-Face English-Language Publications Services Conclusion Appendices Places People Exercises