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Inside Background
Architecture 
Lima, La Ciudad de los Reyes,was founded in 1535 by  Francisco Pizarro under...
Last edited: June 20, 2006
Culture 
Lima, three times crowned capital city of Peru, was founded by Francisco...
Last edited: May 29, 2007
Health & Safety 
While traveling in Peru, you need to keep a careful watch around you at all...
Last edited: August 04, 2008
History 
Francisco Pizarro established Lima in 1535 on Rímac Valley, in which diverse...
Last edited: September 07, 2007
Neighborhoods 
Lima is a huge city, with over 8 million inhabitants, so be careful where you...
Last edited: September 15, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The weather in Lima is not glamorous for any traveler. Though it does not rain...
Last edited: February 21, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Travelers can begin their Peruvian adventure by arriving in Lima through many...
Last edited: January 09, 2007
Public Transportation 
Lima does have a public transportation system, but it is definitely not the...
Last edited: June 28, 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Taxis in Lima are not for those who lack courage and bravery. Getting in a cab...
Last edited: July 13, 2006
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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: May 29, 2007
Nightlife 
Lima nightlife is a lot of fun. Some of the cool places to hang out in Lima...
Last edited: November 23, 2008
Exploring Other Peruvian Destinations from Lima 
Lima serves as chaotic and dismal entrance way to the rest of Peru’s...
Last edited: September 16, 2008
Gay Lima 
Lima, Peru has a relatively small openly-gay community for a city of nearly 9...
Last edited: December 20, 2006
Islas Ballestas 
These Islands are also known as the "Poor Tourist Galapagos". They are located...
Last edited: January 10, 2007
Lima's Little Galapagos 
Lima's Little Galapagos Islands near Lima. A trip by boat to islands that are...
Last edited: October 21, 2008
Magical Water Circuit - new park 
The Magical Water Circuit opened in June of 2007 and was an amazing display of...
Last edited: August 09, 2008
Barranco 
Barranco district was founded on October 26th, 1874. Its the smallest district...
Last edited: May 17, 2007
Caral 
Human beings began populating the planet five million years ago, but it was...
Last edited: October 02, 2008
Gold Museum (Museo de Oro del Peru) 
Almost every thing in the Gold Museum located in Lima Peru has been proven to...
Last edited: March 13, 2008
Iglesia de San Agustin 
The church's surviving 17th-century elements are the Spanish baroque front, the...
Last edited: July 11, 2007
Miraflores 
Miraflores is one of the top tourist districts of Lima. The main hotels in this...
Last edited: June 21, 2008
Pachacamac 
Pachacamac (whose name means Lord of Earthquakes) is an archaeological citadel...
Last edited: March 12, 2008
Parque de las Leyendas (Zoo) 
The Parque de las Leyendas (Zoo) houses within its collection 2100 animals of...
Last edited: August 07, 2006
Presidential Palace (Palacio de Gobierno) 
The Government Palace or House of Pizarro (Palacio de Gobierno or Casa de...
Last edited: July 11, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Here are some excellent dining options you can find in Lima. Seafood Kapallaq...
Last edited: August 04, 2008
Breakfast 
In Lima there are a lot of little cafes and restaurants, which are open from...
Last edited: August 28, 2007
Dining with a View 
If you like views of the Ocean, there are several options available to...
Last edited: January 03, 2008
Cafes 
If you are in Miraflores the two most famous cafe's and oldest are Cafe Haiti...
Last edited: June 20, 2008
Astrid y Gaston 
Astrid y Gaston was founded in 1994, its food was largely French. Gradually...
Last edited: October 10, 2008
Cebicheria La Mar 
Cebicheria La Mar is Gaston Acurio's latest undertaking. The dishes meet every...
Last edited: October 10, 2008
La Gloria 
La Gloria stands out as one of the most sophisticated and convincing...
Last edited: October 10, 2008
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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: July 21, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Coming to Peru :   Travellers from the USA and Europe, do not need a visa to...
Last edited: July 08, 2007
Emergencies 
The emergency phone number in the whole of Peru is : 105  (not 911) The...
Last edited: August 17, 2006
Important Phrases 
When browsing in the many market places, you can say "no, gracias" when someone...
Last edited: January 12, 2008
Telephones 
00 ( zero zero ) is the International Access (Dial) Code used to call overseas...
Last edited: April 08, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Most restaurant and bar bills include a 10% gratuity. It's customary to...
Last edited: May 02, 2008
Bull Fights 
Maybe you do not like bullfights, but if you want to have a unique experience...
Last edited: July 08, 2007
Driving in Peru 
Do not drive in Peru. It's better to travel by air. Driving in Peru should be...
Last edited: July 10, 2008
Peruvian Gastronomy 
At the Fourth International Summit of Gastronomy Madrid Fusión 2006, regarded...
Last edited: July 17, 2007
Vaccinations 
Recommended vaccines  for  Peru are :   Yellow fever if you are going to the...
Last edited: July 08, 2007
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