The capital of the Republic of Peru is the city of Lima. Its historical capital is Cusco. The flag with three vertical stripes in red, white and red, the coat of arms and the national hymm are patriotic symbols. Within an independent and autonomous regime, the State recognizes the Catholic Church as an important element in the historical, cultural and moral formation of Peru, and renders its collaboration. The State respects other religious denominations and may establish mechanisms of collaboration with them as well.
Publication is essential for all legal norms to have effect.
Those born within the territory of the Republic are Peruvians by birth, and in addition those born outside of the country to a mother or father of Peruvian nationality that are inscribed in the appropriate registry during their minority. Also Peruvians are those that acquire nationality by naturalization or option, as long as they maintain residence in Peru. The law regulates the manner of acquiring or recuperating nationality. Peruvian nationality may not be lost, except by express renunciation before Peruvian authority. The national territory is inalienable and inviolable.