Lima

Founded by Conqueror Francisco Pizarro in 1535, Lima is a cosmopolitan city of about 8 million inhabitants, bustling with life during the day and night with plenty to offer for all tastes. The beautiful historical city center boasts buildings dating back to colonial days, when Lima was known as the "City of Kings".

Lima’s history and culture are well documented and represented by its museums famous for their gold and weapons collections and the nearby archeological ruins left by the millenial culture of the Incas.


	Events Calendar 17-18 January 2009 Anniversary of the Founding of Lima - Celebrated feverishly every year in the Plaza de Armas with dance and music concerts featuring Peruvian stars. March 2009 Festival de la Vendimia de Surco - Peruvians celebrate the wine harvest in fine style in Santiago de Surco, South of Lima. July 2009 Independence Day - The anniversary of Peru's independence from Spain is celebrated with great patriotic gusto.

	Miraflores Park Hotel
	The Miraflores Park Hotel is specially conceived for business people and is located at the Malecon de la Reserva. more »

	Poissonnerie Restaurant
	An exclusive restaurant with exquisite decoration and refined style, the ideal place for a business meeting or special occasion. more »

	Corporate Travellers
	Miraflores Park Hotel is equipped with a brand new state of the art business center/lounge with staff to help throughout the day, 7 days a week. more »

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Language: Spanish

Currency: Nuevo Sol

Climate: Mild weather all year round, due to the proximity to the seashore and the absence of rain.

Culture: Painting, dance and music are always present to reinforce the Peruvian culture. Regular festivals occur all year long, famous for their variety of colours and their different meanings, representing beliefs or special dates in the religious and historical calendar.

Places to visit: Plaza de Armas, District of Miraflores, Museo de Oro del Peru, San Francisco Church, Reserva Nacional Lomas de Lachay

	Celebratory Stays at the Copacabana Palace

	Hotel Monasterio in the heart of Cusco

	Las Casitas del Colca discover the Colca Canyon