Tourist Attractions
Cathedral of Lima »
The Basilica Cathedral of Lima is a grand church that has withstood four earthquakes and numerous subsequent rebuilding and renovation works. The first edifice was a modest rustic church made of adobe that was begun in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro and completed in 1538. After being designated... more »
Archbishop's Palace of Lima »
Adjoining the Cathedral of Lima on the eastern side of the Plaza de Armas, the Archbishop's Palace of Lima (Palacio Arzobispal) is the official residence of the Archbishop of Lima and the administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Lima. The location has housed the Archbishop of Lima since... more »
Cusco »
With flights to the high Andean city of Cusco, this Peruvian locale is not only a gateway to explore the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, but is also a UNESCO World Heritage site in its own right. Considered the archaeological capital of the... more »
Machu Picchu »
Referred to as the 'Lost City of the Incas', Machu Picchu is a breathtaking archaeological and architectural gem located high in the Andean mountains of southeastern Peru. The city of Cusco is the usual launchpad for explorations of Machu Picchu, which is located at the end of South America's most... more »
Plaza Mayor »
Also known as Plaza de Armas, Lima's Plaza Mayor or main plaza has been the city's focal point since 1535. The main square of downtown Lima was constructed in the Spanish tradition and bordered by significant buildings on each side including Palacio del Gobierno (Presidential Palace), the Catedral de Lima... more »
