One of places one should visit in Lima in Parque Kennedy, a popular oasis amidst the busy street and skyscrapers of the center of seaside Miraflores, the most popular district for lodging in Lima. It’s not just a green spot encouraging relaxation, but it also serves as the districts’ cultural center.
As a pre-Columbian pyramid surrounded by the modern buildings of Miraflores, Lima’s Huaca Puccllana has always been eye-catching. Now, it’s even more so, thanks to a new lighting system that amps up the site’s mysterious charm and allows for the offering of night tours.
There’s something different about being able to visit an archaeological site under the cover of night, visually separated it from the city which has grown up around it. It provides an evocative atmosphere in which to absorb the guide’s stories about the way of life of the cultures which used this site, their beliefs and rituals.
We all stress a bit about packing for trips, especially when all you’ve got is a backpack and whatever goes inside needs to last you months. If you’re struggling to compose your packing list, have a look at our recommendations on what you really should keep handy, and what it’s okay to leave behind.
So far, we’ve already talked about unexpected, fun ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Cusco, but we’ve compiled another list for those of you who plan to spend the day in Peru’s capital city. And since Valentine’s Day in Peru is also considered Friendship Day, Día de los Amigos, you don’t have to feel left out if your traveling companion isn’t your romantic partner.
Seven years ago, Lima’s neglected Reserve Park was made over as the Magical Water Circuit, a spectacular park showcasing fountains by different designers. Thirteen fountains showcasing unexpected shapes, light shows, and interactive elements keep visitors well entertained. In 2009, it took the Guinness World Record as the world’s largest fountain complex in a public park. There’s a labyrinth fountain, a tunnel fountain, a pyramid fountain, and more.