Index of Peru Sampler
Besides visiting the Nazca Desert and Peruvian Rainforest, hiking across the Andes Mountains from Cusco to Machu Picchu, and dropping in on Lake Titicaca, Winnie and I spent a few days visiting the City of Lima. We stayed in Lima our first two nights in Peru and then our last two nights. Both times we stayed in the Miraflores District. Officially called “San Miguel de Miraflores,” this is considered a residential and upscale shopping district, and one of the wealthiest districts that make up the city of Lima.
This district is located south of Lima’s historic downtown area, and considered one of its main tourist destinations. It’s also right on the coast, on top of impressive coastal cliffs that line the Pacific Ocean beaches.
Winnie and I spent our time there walking around enjoying the sights, and took a half-day guided tour of Lima’s Historic District. It was a pleasant start and ending to our Peru Adventures.
Images of Lima
The Plaza Mayor (Main Square) of Lima
A view of the Plaza Mayor (Main Square) in the historic center of Lima. This is considered the most important political and social center of the city. The square is lined with important buildings including the Government Palace and the Cathedral of Lima. The square and buildings are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Prominent building lining the Main Plaza of Lima
One of the prominent buildings lining the historic Main Plaza Lima. This is another example of colonial architecture in the historical district of Lima. The main plaza is a UNESCO World Heritage site, noted for it's Spanish colonial-era architecture.
The bell tower of the Basilica Cathedral of Lima.
The bell tower of the Basilica Cathedral of Lima. Located in the Plaza Mayor (Plaza de Armas). Originally designed by Francisco Pizarro in 1535, the current building has been rebuilt multiple times due to earthquake. The current building facade is in the Renaissance style with Plateresque decorations.
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The Plaza Mayor (Main Square) in Lima. The bronze fountain, known as the "Fountain of the Angel" or "La Marrana," dates back to the 17th century. The Cathedral of Lima is in the background.
The Municipal Palace of Lima
The Municipal Palace of Lima in the Plaza Mayor, also known as the Plaza de Armas, the main public square in the historic center of Lima This was built in the neocolonial style, in 1943.
The Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Lima (Catedral de Lima)
Another view of the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Lima (Catedral de Lima), located in the Historic Center of Lima.
Basílica and Convent of San Francisco,
Facade of the Basílica and Convent of San Francisco. Consecrated in the 1670s, now significant work of colonial architecture. The complex includes extensive library and underground catacombs, which contain human remains from the colonial period, open for public viewing. Located in the Historic District of Lima
The Casa Dubois (Casa de Piedra)
The Casa Dubois (also known as Casa de Piedra) located in the historic center of Lima. It was designed by architect Jacob Wrey Mould and completed in 1875, considered his finest work.
stained-glass cupola in the lobby atrium of the Gran Hotel Bolivar in Lima
The beautiful stained-glass cupola in the lobby atrium of the Gran Hotel Bolivar in Lima. Located directly across from the historic Plaza San Martín, this historic hotel first opened in 1924.
Winnie on the Wall
Winnie resting on a concrete and tile wall that lines a pedestrian walkway running along the top of the coastal cliffs. Near Parque del Amor (Love Park).
A Chessboard In A Park Near Faro de la Marina
A public chessboard made of concrete, with chess pieces waiting for players. In a public park near A Chessboard In A Park Near Faro de la Marina
The Navy Lighthouse at Faro de la Marina
This lighthouse is maintained by the Peru hydrographic department, so it has a navy anchor and the word “naval” painted on the side. It can be seen for 18 miles out at sea. Located in Faro de la Marina, Miraflores District.
The Navy Lighthouse at Faro de la Marina
This lighthouse is maintained by the Peru hydrographic department, so it has a navy anchor and the word “naval” painted on the side. It can be seen for 18 miles out at sea. Located in Faro de la Marina, Miraflores District.
The Statue in Parque del Amor (Love Park), Miraflores District
The Statue in Parque del Amor (Love Park), located above Makaha Beach at top of the coastal cliffs in Miraflores District
One of the Modern Coastal hi-rise Condominiums in Miraflores District
Some modern hi-rise condominiums lining the top of the coastal cliffs at the edge of the Miraflores District. These condos are along a main thoroughfare of Mal. Baltra. This area includes extensive gardens covering the cliff faces with a pedestrian walkway down to the beaches.
A Walkway Down to The Sea
A pedestrian walkway running along C. Bajada Balta and under the Mal. de la Reserva Highway down to the beaches. This walkway runs through gardens created to beautify and stabilize the coastal cliffs of Miraflores District.
The Surfer Statue of Makaha Beach
This is a "surfer Statue" dedicated to the surfer Sergio "Gordo" Barreda Costa. Barreda was a Peruvian surfer and surfboard shaper. He was a four-time Peruvian national champion (1968, 1969, 1970 and 1974), competed internationally, and was one of Peru's first "shapers (surfboard designers)." He designed surfboards under the "GB" logo, and later put together a team of young surfers. Some of these went on to become Peruvian national champions.
Looking Down on PLaya Makaha From Top Of Coastal Cliffs
Looking down on the Pacific Ocean beach of Playa Makaha, with a pier and the restaurant "Restaurante La Rosa Náutica" in the distance.
The Cliffs of Miraflores, Lima
Looking north along the coastal cliffs of the Miraflores District of Lima, Peru.
The Beaches of Lima Peru
Looking down from the top of the coastal cliffs that run along the Miraflores District of Lima, Peru. There are several roads and walkways that connect the upper Miraflores District with these lovely gravel beaches.
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