Discovering Historic Lima: A Journey Through Time

A historic restaurant and bar in Lima, Peru, founded in 1905 by Italian immigrants. Known for its exceptional location near the Government Palace, it has hosted almost all Peruvian presidents since its opening.

A historic building in the historic center of Lima, Peru, known for its large balcony running through its façade and part of Peru's Cultural Heritage.

A palace, the Government Palace, is the official residence of the president of Peru, featuring elegant living quarters and several formal rooms, including the Golden Hall, with a fine collection of paintings.

A monumental fountain in the historic centre of Lima, featuring a statue of Pheme, one of the gods of Ancient Greece, and offering a splash of history and elegance to its surroundings.

A colonial-style mansion, Casa O'Higgins was the home of Chilean politician Bernardo O'Higgins, a Father of the Nation, and later housed various institutions, including the International Bank of Peru and Astoria restaurant.

A public square in front of the Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced, featuring a bronze monument of former president Ramón Castilla, inaugurated in 1915. It has been the site of important political events in Peruvian history, including proclamations and protests.

A major street in the historic centre of Lima, Peru. The street starts at its intersection with the Jirón de la Unión and continues until it reaches Jirón Ramón Cárcano.

A major street in the historic centre of Lima, Peru, Jirón Ucayali starts at Jirón de la Unión and ends at Jirón Paruro, with its last block known as Capón Street, home to Lima's Chinatown.

A 18th-century historical building, also known as Palacio de Goyeneche, Casa Cavero or Casa Rada, featuring 959.20 m2 of two-storey architecture with a Doric order façade, named after the family that formerly owned it.