Main National University of San Marcos of Lima

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Main National University of San Marcos of Lima: Facts & Related Content

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Also Known As	National University of San Marcos • Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos de Lima
Date	1551 - present
Areas Of Involvement	public education
Notable Alumni	Carlos Germán Belli • Mario Vargas Llosa • Alan García

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