Lima is the capital of Peru. It was founded by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535. Its location was crucial to the conquest of the South American territories.
Like many Latin American Cities, Lima is a city of great contrasts. On the one hand resides the pre-Columbian monuments, the great museums, the great hotels and restaurants, the modern buildings made with different types of architecture; on the other hand, the poverty of most of the population is concentrated on the outskirts.
Historic and interesting places to visit in Lima: Plaza Mayor, Municipal Palace, the Lima Cathedral, the Choir Chairs of Basilica Cathedral of Lima, The Archbishops Palace, The Torre Tagle Palace, The Asamblea House, San Martin Plaza. The churches such as San Francisco, Jesuit San Pedro, Santo Domingo, San Agustin. The Museums such as the National Museum of Anthropology, Archaeology and History, Peru Golden Museum, Art Museum, and the Museum of the Nation. The Love Park and the Lighthouse park in Miraflores with amazing views of the sea are another beautiful places to visit. A must visit place for any serious turist is The Cultural Center Brisas del Titicaca where you experience the magnificence of Peruvian dances and music.
Lima is the capital of Peru. It was founded by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535. Its location was crucial to the conquest of the South American territories.