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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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JW Marriott Hotel Lima

5 of 5 stars
Seattle, Washington
7 Nov 2009

This hotel must be one of the best, if not the best in Lima. The staff were all helpful, at times going out of their way even to assist us. Giovanni, our waiter both mornings in La Vista restaurant,...more

Antigua Miraflores Hotel

7 Nov 2009

The decision to go to Peru was a quick one. We work for an airline and managed to get a week off and wanted to go to Machu Pichu. Then we decided to spend a few days in Lima. I checked out some travel...more

Machu Picchu Suites

5 of 5 stars
Lima, Peru
6 Nov 2009

I had trouble finding the place but called them and they gave my taxi driver directions. For future reference to those who stay: When going down La Marina, there's "un grifo" (gas station) before...more

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