National University of San Marcos

National University of San Marcos (Spanish: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM), or simply San Marcos) is a public university in Lima, Peru. It was founded in 1551, and such is the oldest university in the continental mainland of the Americas. While its historical campus is situated in downtown Lima, most academic activities take place at the modern Ciudad Universitaria.

Related Topics:
Spanish - Lima - Peru - 1551 - The Americas - Downtown Lima

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The university is the most respected institution of higher learning in the country and is considered the leading center of scientific investigation as well.

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