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Monday, July 6, 2020
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Walking the streets and plazas of Lima is to be surrendered by its special attractiveness and charm. Exploring its museums and palaces, contemplating its historical monuments, trying its exquisite gastronomy or taking a walk along the pier accompanied by a spectacular view of its beaches, are experiences that will undoubtedly mark your visit in this great city.
The capital of Peru offers innumerable places to visit that tempt you to want to continue discovering more of its magic. Then, join us on a tour through these essential attractions so you can take advantage of your stay in Lima.
Plaza de Armas
Located in the heart of the historic centre, it is the main and oldest public space in Lima. Surrounded by important buildings such as the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace and the Cathedral, it has great historical significance for the people of Lima, because it was here where the capital was founded in 1535.
The Plaza Mayor, as it is also known, is not only highly visited for its significance, but also because it is a place of traditional bars, tourist restaurants and famous museums. In its surroundings, a must see is the Museo del pisco (Pisco Museum), where you can taste a glass of this emblematic national drink and learn more about its history. You can also spend a pleasant moment in one of its traditional taverns overlooking the plaza. The Cordano bar, famous for its sandwiches and pisco sour is another great option. Finally, the Cathedral, where the remains of the founder of Lima, Francisco Pizarro, lie, is an unmissable visit.
Barranco
This bohemian district to the south of the city is the favorite place for artists, intellectuals and tourists who gather to enjoy its bars with great history, important galleries and independent fashion stores. A neighborhood with its own charm that is reflected in its friendly Plaza de Armas and its colorful colonial-style houses.
The tourist Puente de los Suspiros is an essential visit as part of a walk through Barranco. Wrapped by a romantic atmosphere, it is well known for receiving many couples who start their love story in this place. From here you can continue the walk through the Bajada de los Baños, full of restaurants and taverns that offer a wide variety of dishes and cocktails. Walking along the pier accompanied by a magical sunset is the perfect ending to this tour.
Huaca Pucllana
Between the corners of Lima, it is common to find vestiges of pre-Inca citadels and ancient Huacas that are perfectly preserved. One of them is the Huaca Pucllana located in the Miraflores district and whose origin dates back to 500 A. C. Built on adobe and sand, this archaeological site is made up of a pyramid 25 meters high and a set of squares and enclosures around it. This site also has an elegant restaurant where you can not only delight yourself with its select menu, but also enjoy a great view of the entire place.
This Huaca is made up of a pyramid 25 meters high and a set of squares and enclosures around it.
Credit: PromPerú
Circuito Mágico del Agua (Magical Water Circuit)
If you want to enjoy a pleasant evening stroll outdoors, the Parque de la Reserva (Reserve Park) surprises with a show full of color and fantasy. Thousands of tourists and families gather daily, whenever the situation permits, to contemplate the impressive visual show of music, lights and water produced by the thirteen ornamental fountains that make up this magical circuit. Moving pools where you can enter and have a fun time.
Monastery of San Francisco de Asís
Built in 1535, this basilica located in the center of Lima is an essential visit for its beautiful baroque style architecture and for everything it hides inside. And is that this place is very famous for its gloomy catacombs: underground vaults that served as a grave in colonial times. Taking a tour of these cellars is definitely an experience that impresses visitors.
Sources: El Comercio / Aprendizaje viajero / Perú hop / Voyage Perou
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