Here's another example of the architecture and sty...Photo by Bandit, USA
Lima is full of colorful buildings. The trim on th...Photo by Bandit, USA
Approaching a colony of sea lions at Ballesta Isla...Photo by Tim Leffel, USA
These sea lions don't seem to mind the guano as th...Photo by Tim Leffel, USA
A flock of sea birds flying past our boat at Balle...Photo by Tim Leffel, USA
Statue of General San Martin at the Plaza San Mart...Photo by Bandit, USA
Another example of the architecture and colors of ...Photo by Bandit, USA
Another shot of the Plaza San Martin.Photo by Bandit, USA
Beautiful church being renovated in the downtown a...Photo by Bandit, USA
Sea lions sunning on the rocks at Ballesta Islands...Photo by Tim Leffel, USA
View of a main street in the Miraflores District. ...Photo by Bandit, USA
We're making a second glass!Photo by Bandit, USA
We went to the roof of a hotel where there's a bar...Photo by Bandit, USA
Here's the end result. Cheers!Photo by Bandit, USA
Lots of spices, both national and imported, availa...Photo by Bandit, USA
Ocean view from the rooftop. Paragliders can be se...Photo by Bandit, USA
Feel free to grab a seat and enjoy your Pisco Sour...Photo by Bandit, USA
Us enjoying Lima's historic center. Photo by Thomas S
Us continuing to enjoy the historic center of L...Photo by Thomas S
These are some of the tables at the rooftop bar wh...Photo by Bandit, USA
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A sprawling desert city, Lima's charm lies in the pre-Columbian temples and Moorish-style architecture. With museums galore, it's hard not to notice the cultural vibrancy of Lima shinning through the beautiful pottery and historic churches.
Lima also boasts an eclectic gourmet scene and a popular nightclub scene where visitors can experience the Peruvian flavor of the city.
Lima Suggested Itineraries
Peru’s capital city was founded by Pizarro in 1535, and the modern-day city of Lima is a sprawling metropolis encompassing ruins from pre-Inca times, ultramodern shopping malls and coastal beaches. ... Continue Reading »
Flavors of Peru
Peruvian cuisine is typically South American, but with some surprises! Alongside indigenous and Spanish fare, you’ll find influences from China, Italy, Africa and Japan. Based on the staples of ... Continue Reading »
Inca Civilization
The mighty Inca Empire once stretched from northern Ecuador to central Chile and northern Argentina, encompassing at least 12 million people and lasting 300 years. Beginning in around 1200 AD as a ... Continue Reading »
Live Music and More for Lima, Peru’s 477th Birthday
Semana de la Fundacion de Lima (Week of the Foundation of Lima) occurred back in January, with Peru’s Spanish Colonial capital celebrating the 477th year since conquistador Francisco Pizzaro first ... Continue Reading »
Miraflores District of Lima, Peru
While you should certainly take time to see the historic center of Lima, with its monumental Spanish architecture and remarkable museums, you may find (like many limenos) that you love Miraflores ... Continue Reading »
Mistura Gastronomic Festival Highlights Peruvian Cuisine
While many travelers first come to Peru for Machu Picchu, they return—again and again—for the food. Widely revered in foodie countries like France, Mexico, and Italy, Peruvian cuisine is considered ... Continue Reading »
The Best Beaches in Lima, Peru
The capital of Peru is famous for many things: Its magnificent Spanish colonial city center, amazing cuisine, and outrageous museums, among others. Although Lima lies right on the coast, few ... Continue Reading »
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