Sightseeing in Lima - what to see. Complete travel guide
Lima is a large and one of the most beautiful cities of Peru and Latin America in general. The city was founded in 1535, when Spanish conquerors used the settlement as an outpost during their military operations in Peru. Many years ago this city had the second name – the city of kings. It was given to Lima because there were building fascinating cathedrals, magnificent mansions of the Spanish noble people, and the viceroy’s palace. Architectural sights of that time still attract many visitors and bring the unique charm to the city.
National cuisine of Lima is worth of the highest praise. It boasts diverse and original dishes, as well as a unique blend of culinary traditions from around the world. A typical national … Open
Probably, the main national feature of Lima is Indian nation. Its culture and way of life, craft and colorful ceremonial events attract travelers as much as local landmarks do. However, it … Open
A striking example of a typical colonial architecture is Casa Aliaga. This is one of the most famous villas in the city. It was built in the 15th century and since the time of its foundation to the present day, belongs to one family. In this villa, there are a lot of old decoration elements and almost all of its rooms are accessible for tourists to visit. There are interesting excursions, during which you can see ancient works of art, furniture of colonial times and other interesting antiques.
The starting point of most tour itineraries is a picturesque Plaza Mayor, next to which there is the most important religious monument, Cathedral. The first church in its place has been … Open
Fans of fascinating excursions will surely be impressed by the Larco Museum. It is housed in a beautiful 18th century mansion that used to be a royal residence. Now in the halls of the mansion there are collections of unique Peruvian ceramics. The age of some exhibits is more than a thousand years. The museum houses a rich collection of archaeological finds, including stone carvings and prehistoric tools. Not long ago, when studying the villa, it was discovered that the mansion is located on the ruins of an ancient pyramid, which was built here in the pre-Columbian era.
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Art galleries in Lima and around
♥ Art museum 'Museo de Arte de Lima' Lima, 1.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Museo de Arte de Lima' Lima, 1.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Lima from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Pools of Skye Condos
From the series “Most Scary Swiiming Pools”
Check on the map: Distance from Lima center - 23.8 km.
As noted by the project organizers themselves, they sought to build a residential complex in such a way as to make the line between the living space and the surrounding world as invisible as possible. The Sky Condos complex promises to be one of the most luxurious in Latin America when completed. All the rules of seismic stability were observed when drawing up the project of the skyscraper, despite its apparent fragility. Earthquakes are very common in Lima. …
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Lima
From the series “The Most Magical and Picturesque Cities in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Lima center - 3.8 km.
The largest exposition, related to the colonial era, has been presented in the Museum of the Republic. In the National Museum of Anthropology and Archeology you can see artifacts discovered by researchers. The Museum of the Viceroyalty is an incredibly interesting institution, which presents a rich collection of antique furniture, national clothes and objects of painting. Lovers of hiking will definitely appreciate Lima. They can walk not only along the bright historic streets, but also around one of the largest parks on the continent. The surrounding area is famous for its variety of picturesque beaches, as well as for unique archaeological areas. …
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