The Peruvian National Police, while on horseback, participated in the ceremony.

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Students of the Universidad Nacional of San Agustin and the Universidad Catolica Santa María were part of the ceremony.

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The Official mascot, Minerito, and his friend Polito danced in the center of the stadium in the opening ceremony.

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The mascot of the tournament before the Argentina vs. Uruguay match.

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The flag of the opening ceremony.

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The tournament offers four spots for the U 20 World Cup in Colombia, and two spots for the 2012 Olympic games in London.

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Peru coach Sergio Markarián was at the event.

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A traditionall dance of the region, the "marinera arequipeña".

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