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MAIN ATTRACTIONS
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Tourist Attractions in Peru (Lima) |
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Main Square |
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The Main Square was the heart of the old colonial city and it has become one of the main tourist attractions in Peru. A remarkable 17th century bronze fountain rests in the middle of the square, while the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Provincial Municipality of Lima are strategically located around it. |
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Cathedral |
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The original building was destroyed by the 1741 earthquake, but it was later rebuilt. It rests in the same place where the first Major Church of Lima stood in 1535. Its austere interior still preserves historical treasures such as the choir stalls carved by Baltasar Noguera, beautiful lateral altars and Francisco Pizarro's mortal remains. Another popular tourist attraction in Peru, the Religious Art Museum, which is part of this visit, carries an important collection of paintings, sculptures, chalices and chasubles. |
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Plaza de Acho |
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This is America's oldest bullring; the Taurine Museum located inside has a collection of relics such as bullfighter costumes, capes, swords, red capes, posters and paintings made by famous artists. |
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Pachacamac Archaeological Complex |
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Pachacamac was the main ceremonial center in the Peruvian coast during pre-Inca times. The Temple of the Sun and the Acllahuasi, built during the Inca domination (1440-1533) are extraordinary. |
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Villa Swamps Reserved Zone |
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One of the main refuges of more than 150 bird species among which there are 30 migratory specimens from all over the continent. One of the tourist attractions in Peru perfect for nature lovers. |
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Saint Rosa de Lima Church and Monastery |
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This complex was built between the 17th and 18th centuries next to Saint Rosa's house. She is the Patron Saint of Lima, America and the Philippines. |
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Torre Tagle Palace |
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Built in the early 18th century, this palace still preserves its splendid stone façade and wooden balconies. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs offices are currently located here. |
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Art Museum |
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It has an interesting collection of ceramics, textiles, stone instruments and pre-Hispanic culture objects and skeletons, as well as several Cusco School paintings and colonial furniture. One of the tourist attractions in Peru that always receives warm praises. |
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Peruvian Culture National Museum |
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It exhibits regional popular art from all over the country, dating from pre-Hispanic times to these days: ceramics, altarpieces, imagery, silverwork and textiles. It also has a Library. |
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Please don´t hesitate to contact us if you need further info about tourist attractions in Peru. |
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