Historic Centre of Lima (UNESCO)
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Historic Centre of Lima (UNESCO)

Lima, Peru

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240
min visit
Lima's heart pulses through centuries-old plazas and baroque facades, where conquistador history mingles with vibrant street life and world-class museums tucked into colonial mansions. Wander through the Plaza Mayor surrounded by the Cathedral and Archbishop's Palace, then dive into the narrow streets of Barrio Chino or emerge at the stunning Convento de San Francisco with its haunting catacombs beneath your feet. Every corner reveals layered stories—from indigenous foundations to Spanish grandeur to Peru's passionate present.

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