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Lima is a city full of very beautiful colonial architecture
Lima was the capital and primary city of Spanish Colonial Latin America. Great monuments were built with the proceeds of the Inca gold as it was melted down and shipped to Spain.
- Pros:Monumental Colonial Architecture
- Cons:congested, high crime
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This Cathedral is on the main square in Miraflores more travel advice
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It was just one of those moments you stumble upon when travelling. It's late in Miraflores. About 9PM in the main plaza,... more travel advice
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The best place to pick up inexpensive souvenirs in Lima is the Mercado Del Indios in Miraflores Local Crafts Bargain... more travel advice
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The Hotel Mariel was a basic tourist level hotel. The beds were a little hard but sufficient for a night's... more travel advice
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Thanks Jim, looking forward to our trip to Lima.
You worked very hard Good tips and photos !!!!
Nice tips. I'm beginning to research a trip to Lima and Peru for 2009.
hello jim. i found your peru page some parallels with bohol island in the philippines. a lot of churches and the pictures are awesome. great architectural works and well preserved.
Amazing pictures of amazing architecture. I am sure you enjoyed your time there a lot. Greetings :-)
Jim, I really enjoyed your beautiful photos and information about Lima. What gorgeous architecture!