Destination guide: Lima

Famous Sights:
Plaza Mayor and Plaza San Martin- The bustling old town is the historic heart of Lima and has an abundance of attractions to offer any visitor. Streets teeming with shops, restaurants and people connect the two amazing Plazas. The Plaza de Mayor harks back to the colonial past of the city reminding visitors it was once a busy marketplace. The magnificent Baroque Cathedral and Museum of Religious Art and Treasures add to the beauty of the area. Visitors can also enjoy the changing of the guard at the Government Palace.
Church of San Francisco-The beautiful façade of the Church of San Francisco invites visitors inside with its alluring mosaic tile, arches and columns. The eerie catacombs can also be investigated, a famous resting place for an estimated 70,000
Museo de la Nación (National Museum)-A fascinating museum with exhibits charting the ancient civilizations of the country, including the Incas. The museum is a must see to appreciate the vastness of Peru’s archeological and cultural wealth.

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