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Visiting Lima, Peru


Lima, Peru, and its environs are a treasure trove of ancient history. Archaeological sites contain ruins of the Incas and earlier cultures, and some museums display their artefacts. Spanish colonial times and more recent history are represented by churches, government buildings and historic houses. Among Lima's museums is one devoted to the Inquisition. Lima’s crowded city centre is surrounded by neighbourhoods ranging from shantytowns to beachfront areas with upmarket shopping, dining and... more » Lima, Peru, and its environs are a treasure trove of ancient history. Archaeological sites contain ruins of the Incas and earlier cultures, and some museums display their artefacts. Spanish colonial times and more recent history are represented by churches, government buildings and historic houses. Among Lima's museums is one devoted to the Inquisition. Lima’s crowded city centre is surrounded by neighbourhoods ranging from shantytowns to beachfront areas with upmarket shopping, dining and accommodation. « less

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69°F 20°C
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Saturday
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69°F 20°C
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59°F 15°C
Sunday
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69°F 20°C
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60°F 15°C
Monday
6 Jul
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71°F 21°C
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Traveller Reviews

Patagonia

4 of 5 stars
Victoria, BC
3 Jul 2009

I had Lomo Saltado here a few days ago, and it was delicious. The service was great, and the decor very nice. A comfortable place in Miraflores, with a good selection of wines. more

Gran Hotel Bolivar

2 of 5 stars
sacramento ca
3 Jul 2009

The street was very noisy and the room was not clean, looked like it had not been vaccumed. The price was good and I tend to like old historic hotels,but I didn't like this one. The room also had a...more

Hotel San Antonio Abad

4 of 5 stars
London Ontario
3 Jul 2009

Our experience with staying at Hotel San Antonio Abad was wonderful. The location was perfect and the service was excellent. Also it was pleasant to have a desk clerk speak English to us. more

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