Lima

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral of Lima

Construction began in 1535, and the cathedral took its present form by the late 18th century; it remains the historic seat of the Archbishop of Lima. Its grand facade stands right in the heart of the city.

Museums & galleries

Larco Museum

A private museum housed in an 18th-century building in Lima's Pueblo Libre district, displaying artifacts from 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian civilizations in chronological order. It's especially well known for its collection of ancient erotic pottery.

Parks & gardens

Plaza Mayor, Lima

The square at the heart of Lima's old town has stood since the city's founding in 1535. Surrounded by major landmarks like the Government Palace and the Cathedral, it's easy to explore on foot.

Castles & palaces

Government Palace

The seat of Peru's government in Lima, originally built as the presidential residence. Francisco Pizarro took part in its design, giving it the nickname "Casa de Pizarro."

Heritage & monuments

Puruchuco

An Inca-era archaeological site in Lima's Ate district, once serving as an administrative center for the region. It offers a close look at traces of Inca civilization.

Temples & religious sites

Roman Catholic Diocese of Chosica

This is the Catholic diocese of the Chosica area, part of the ecclesiastical province of Lima, Peru. It offers a close look at local Catholic faith and culture.

Heritage & monuments

El Paraíso

El Paraíso is a Pre-Ceramic archaeological site in the Chillón Valley north of Lima, believed to date from around 3500 to 1800 BC. Covering more than 58 hectares, it was one of the largest settlements of its time.

Museums & galleries

National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru

Located in the heart of Pueblo Libre, Lima, this is Peru's largest and oldest museum, home to over 100,000 artifacts from across the country. Highlights include the Raimondi Stele and a model of Machu Picchu.