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You can see a plethora of tourist attractions in Lima which let you discover the beauty and the charm of the place. Lima is one of the internationally renowned destinations, which is also known as an important gateway to astonishing archeological and natural attractions of Peru. Tourists on Lima tours are suggested to check out some of the world famous tourist attractions in Lima to have a detailed insight about the culture, heritage and the historical background of the city of Lima.
You can explore the world-famous tourist destinations around Lima, like the historic cities of Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Arequipa. Some of the famous sightseeing attractions in Lima are as follows:
- Main Square- It constitutes the oldest publish space preserved as a sightseeing spot in Lima. It is also known as Plaza Mayor which features colonial houses which reflect elegance and exude old world charm.
- Cathedral of Lima- It is one of the popular tourist attractions in Lima which is a must visit for the tourists coming here. In side the cathedral you can find many interesting remains of the kings of Peru and the remainders of Francisco Pizarro
- Park of the Legends- It is one of the most important zoological parks of Lima with different variety of species of the three natural regions of Peru.
- Museo de la Nación (National Museum) in Lima - It is one of the best and largest museums in Peru and South America. You can see some of the fine collections of artifacts, displayed here which also showcases the archaeological richness of ancient Peru.
- Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology: if you are interested in pottery and textiles then a visit to this museum is a must for you. It is one of the most exciting museums in South America, exhibiting a fantastic compilation of pottery and textiles from different significant cultures of ancient Peru, as well as stone idols from Chavin.
- Palacio Torre Tagle: It is considered as a masterpiece of Lima's colonial architecture. Built around the early 18th century it is perhaps the most stunning and magnificent Spanish colonial mansions in Peru.
Other major tourist attractions in Lima include the Museo de la Inquisicion, Museo de Oro (Gold Museum), La Iglesia de San Francisco, Museum of the Republic to name a few. You can also take a short trip to the nearby captivating archaeological sites of Huaca Pucllana, San Juan de Pariache, Puruchuco, Pachacámac , Cajamarquilla , and Huaycán Tambo.
Apart from the stunning historic sites, colonial architectural buildings, you can also visit the other major tourist attractions like seaside suburbs of Miraflores and San Isidro and the main areas for shopping, restaurants, cafes and theatres.
For more information about Tourist Attractions in Lima, visit travel.mapsofworld.com.
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