The capital city of Lima, in Peru, is a port town overlooking the sparkling Pacific Ocean. The city’s high rises conceal some wonderful pre-Colombian temples, Moorish-style colonial mansions, Baroque churches ornamented with skulls, and even the occasional modernist building. Its bustling streets house fascinating museums, edgy galleries, jumbled Book stores, and host religious processions whose roots go back to the distant 18th century.
Aside from the museums, sprawling beaches and golf courses, Lima is famous for its food. As the “Gastronomy Capital of the Americas”, Lima is undoubtedly the best place to experience authentic Peruvian cuisine. Ceviche is the Peruvian national dish and ingredients are sourced from the surrounding regions.
Work off the previous night’s indulgences and go on a bicycle tour of Lima to see the sights. The Huaca Pucllana is an Incan ruin dating back to 500 A.D. and is a definite must-see. A trip to the Pachacamac Ruins, just out of the city centre, will delight any historian. You’ll also want to check out Aliaga House, the Government Palace, Plaza de Armas and the Church of San Francisco.
The riverside district of Miraflores has breath-taking ocean views, along with a huge variety of shops, markets and parks. Pick up some alpaca-wool sweaters or some hand-worked silverware as a souvenir.
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