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The Wonders of Peru
Lima, Peru's capital and largest city is also the 5th largest city in South America. Founded in 1535, by the conquistador Pizarro, "The City of Kings" would become the most important city on the Pacific for Spain. About one-third of the people live around this area. The Incas settled the area in the 15th century, until Pizarro arrived and conquered them. It is the 17th most populated city in the world and contains the most Chinese in Latin America. Lima was the Spanish government's main city with the most power and authority of all her colonies.
There are many parks in the city, most of which contain different types of architecture and fountains. The largest fountain in the world is located there and called the Magical Circuit of Water. The constant influx of immigration and colonization has created a mix of Spanish, Asian and Andean culture; which has influenced the cuisine and the grand museums, that are world renown.
The beaches along the city's coastline are very busy during the summer months and many theaters, clubs, hotels and restaurants have set up shop there. Lima is Peru's main business and cultural city because of its heritage and proximity to the ocean. It has a much slower pace then most of Latin American cities. One of the mystiques of the city is the haze or mist that does settle over the city much of the year. Some consider it dreamlike, while others liken it to a fog like London. A visit to this mysterious city would be the only solution to this question.
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Tours in Lima
Lima is the main entry into Peru and contains a plethora of opportunities for the tourist. With world renowned museums, incredible archeology, majestic scenery, art galleries, colorful festivals and cuisine that is unmatchable, Lima is a fantastic city to visit. Some tours include a visit to the many churches in the city, some of which date to the 16th and 17th centuries. Two of these churches are connected by a subterranean catacomb and most churches contain beautiful paintings, tiles and masterfully sculptured wood. Some areas of the city's old walls still stand as a witness to the attacks by early pirates.
Bike tours, hiking tours, river adventures, museums, galleries, open restaurants, historical and impressive architecture, marketplaces selling everything imaginable, churches, kite flying, sailing, boating, fishing and the list of things to do goes on. The restaurants along the beach are a wonderful place to relax as you walk the beach or tour along the coastline. There are also many tours that will take you inland to the Inca ruins that will amaze and thrill you. It is a place steeped in history, mystery and excitement that you will seldom find anywhere in America. This is because of the diversity of the populace and continued growth. With all the excellent restaurants available in Lima, it has become the gastronomical capital of Latin America. One of the museums, the Gold, contains more than 6000 items of gold and silver from the Andean culture. The second floor contains an impressive arms collection. About 25 miles south of Lima sits an archaeological site called Pachacamac which was the ceremonial center of the Andeans for almost 4000 years. Once covered by desert sands, you can now see the aqueducts, temples, plazas and palaces originally built there.
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Things to do in Lima Peru
The beaches are white, sandy and beautiful. The ocean water changes to a multitude of blue and aqua hues that can be seen from the cliffs above. Many restaurants have come to entertain, as well as nourish the beachgoers with lavish meals, snacks or extravagant dinners. Because of the regular mist that settles over the city, the best and sunniest times to visit are December through April. However, there are numerous festivities throughout the year.
The Lord of the Miracles festival is in October, with many street parades, including a life-size reproduction of Jesus. There is much ringing of the church bells, music and burning incense. During this month, the bullfighting season begins and some of the best come to Lima to compete. A wine festival is held in March and an international fair in November.
Lima has some of the most interesting museums in South America. One, the Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology contains a magnificent collection of early pottery and textiles. Another one, more horrific, is the Museum of the Inquisition, where you can still see the underground dungeons and torture chambers.
Lima can be just about anything you are looking for. It can be relaxed or energetic depending on your mood. There is money and expensive autos and you can buy anything you want, if you have the cash. The immigration of many ethnics, as well as the movement into the city of peasants, give Lima a certain hospitality that can be limitless once you have been there a while.
There are so many things to do in Lima, that you would be well advised to check all the available information about it. Because it sits on a cliff overlooking the beautiful Pacific ocean, with wide expanses of white sandy beaches and dunes, there is a variety of tours and sightseeing excursions available.
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