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Inside Background
Architecture 
Lima, La Ciudad de los Reyes,was founded in 1535 by  Francisco Pizarro under...
Last edited: 20 June 2006
Culture 
Lima, three times crowned capital city of Peru, was founded by Francisco...
Last edited: 11 February 2009
Health & Safety 
While traveling in Peru, you need to keep a careful watch around you at all...
Last edited: 04 August 2008
History 
Francisco Pizarro established Lima in 1535 on Rímac Valley, in which diverse...
Last edited: 07 September 2007
Neighborhoods 
Lima is a huge city, with over 8 million inhabitants, so be careful where you...
Last edited: 15 September 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The weather in Lima is not glamorous for any traveler. Though it does not rain...
Last edited: 21 February 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Travelers can begin their Peruvian adventure by arriving in Lima through many...
Last edited: 12 April 2009
Public Transportation 
Lima does have a public transportation system, but it is definitely not the...
Last edited: 12 April 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis in Lima are not for those who lack courage and bravery. Getting in a cab...
Last edited: 16 August 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Museums & Attractions 
There are many things to see and do while you are in Lima. Consider visiting...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
Nightlife 
Lima nightlife is a lot of fun. Some of the cool places to hang out in Lima...
Last edited: 23 November 2008
Exploring Other Peruvian Destinations from Lima 
Lima serves as chaotic and dismal entrance way to the rest of Peru’s...
Last edited: 16 September 2008
Football/Soccer/Calcio/Fútbol/Fußball 
Eng: may the 27th is going to be the UCL final. there's this football...
Last edited: 10 May 2009
Gay Lima 
Lima, Peru has a relatively small openly-gay community for a city of nearly 9...
Last edited: 18 October 2009
Islas Ballestas 
These Islands are also known as the "Poor Tourist Galapagos". They are located...
Last edited: 10 January 2007
Lima's Little Galapagos 
Lima's Little Galapagos Islands near Lima. A trip by boat to islands that are...
Last edited: 21 October 2008
Magical Water Circuit - new park 
The Magical Water Circuit opened in June of 2007 and was an amazing display of...
Last edited: 16 November 2009
One day in Lima 
Like in every major city in the world, it can be quite stressful to plan a trip...
Last edited: 21 August 2009
Transit in Lima - A few hours in Lima 
Spending just a few hours transit at Lima airport? Why don’t you just leave...
Last edited: 22 April 2009
Walking tours in Lima 
Experience the real city of Lima by a walking tour, in company of  your tour...
Last edited: 27 August 2009
Barranco 
Barranco district was founded on October 26th, 1874. Its the smallest district...
Last edited: 17 May 2007
Caral 
Human beings began populating the planet five million years ago, but it was...
Last edited: 28 August 2009
Gold Museum (Museo de Oro del Peru) 
This private collection, assembled by Miguel Mujica Gallo, contains a wide...
Last edited: 22 September 2009
Iglesia de San Agustin 
The church's surviving 17th-century elements are the Spanish baroque front, the...
Last edited: 11 July 2007
Miraflores 
Miraflores is one of the top tourist districts of Lima. The main hotels in this...
Last edited: 21 June 2008
Museo Larco 
The Larco Museum has become one of Lima’s must-dos. It displays an important...
Last edited: 27 January 2009
Pachacamac 
Pachacamac (whose name means Lord of Earthquakes) is an archaeological citadel...
Last edited: 12 March 2008
Parque de Amour 
"El Parque del Amor" is The Park of Love, located on the clifftops over looking...
Last edited: 11 January 2009
Parque de las Leyendas (Zoo) 
The Parque de las Leyendas (Zoo) houses within its collection 2100 animals of...
Last edited: 07 August 2006
Presidential Palace (Palacio de Gobierno) 
The Government Palace or House of Pizarro (Palacio de Gobierno or Casa de...
Last edited: 11 July 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Here are some excellent dining options you can find in Lima. Seafood Pescados...
Last edited: 20 August 2009
Breakfast 
In Lima there are a lot of little cafes and restaurants, which are open from...
Last edited: 28 August 2007
Dining with a View 
If you like views of the Ocean, there are several options available to...
Last edited: 03 January 2008
Cafes 
If you are in Miraflores the two most famous cafe's and oldest are Cafe Haiti...
Last edited: 20 June 2008
Astrid y Gaston 
Astrid y Gaston was founded in 1994, its food was largely French. Gradually...
Last edited: 10 October 2008
Cafe del Museo 
The Café del Museo is located in Pueblo Libre, and is part of the fabulous...
Last edited: 19 February 2009
Cebicheria La Mar 
Cebicheria La Mar is Gaston Acurio's latest undertaking. The dishes meet every...
Last edited: 10 October 2008
La Gloria 
La Gloria stands out as one of the most sophisticated and convincing...
Last edited: 10 October 2008
Sacha 
A young team, lead by Chef Luis Escudero has brought to a traditional...
Last edited: 24 November 2009
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Inside Peru: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The local currency in Peru is the Nuevo Sol S/. ( Sol means sun). You can...
Last edited: 07 August 2009
Crossing the Border 
Coming to Peru :   Travellers from the USA and Europe, do not need a visa to...
Last edited: 08 July 2007
Emergencies 
The emergency phone number in the whole of Peru is : 105  (not 911) The...
Last edited: 17 August 2006
Important Phrases 
When browsing in the many market places, you can say "no, gracias" when someone...
Last edited: 12 January 2008
Telephones 
00 ( zero zero ) is the International Access (Dial) Code used to call overseas...
Last edited: 12 March 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Most restaurant and bar bills include a 10% gratuity. It's customary to...
Last edited: 02 May 2008
Bull Fights 
Maybe you do not like bullfights, but if you want to have a unique experience...
Last edited: 08 July 2007
Driving in Peru 
Do not drive in Peru. Driving in Peru should be considered as an "Extreme...
Last edited: 31 August 2009
Peruvian Gastronomy 
At the Fourth International Summit of Gastronomy Madrid Fusión 2006, regarded...
Last edited: 17 July 2007
Vaccinations 
Recommended vaccines  for  Peru are :   Yellow fever if you are going to the...
Last edited: 08 July 2007
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