When most people think of Peru, Machu Pichu and the Amazon rainforest might come to mind first. Although these two integral parts of our global ecosystem should not be ignored, there is so much more to Peru that is only now being displayed on the world stage. If you consider yourself a foodie, then you should probably be looking up flights now to Lima. For the past 6 years, it has won the title of World’s Leading Culinary Destination by the World Travel Awards. But whether you are a die-hard foodie or just someone looking for a new adventure, Lima is the place for you.
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What To Do
There is a deep, historical value to Lima, as it was founded in the early 16th century. Because of that, there are many fascinating places to visit whilst in Lima. One of these places are the Catacombs of Lima. Back when Lima was founded by Spanish colonists, They believed the dead should be buried under the ground in tunnels as not to spread disease. You can now go through these tunnels and see the second largest catacombs after the one in Paris.
Presbítero Maestro is another must-see spot. It is a museum as well as a pantheon. There are several hundred statues paying homage to the deceased and is quite breathtaking. What is unique about the Presbítero Maestro is that you can go there during the day, or take a night tour if you want to add a little spook factor to your vacation.
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Lima is a coastal city, so whatever plans you make to do within the city also must include a trip to the beach at least once. There are beaches within the city limits, but they are mostly rocky and not the most pleasant. Luckily, there are so many that are just south of the city that are really worth your while. Punta Hermosa is the closest to Lima, just an hour away, and is an amazing spot if you love surfing. But, even if you don’t, the sandy shore of this beach has the perfect layout for a lazy beach day.
Since Lima is a predominantly Catholic city, there are some really beautiful churches and cathedrals to check out! The Cathedral of Lima is stunning and grand, but there are smaller ones displayed on almost every street corner. Some others to check out are Church San Agustin, Church and Sanctuary of Saint Rose of Lima, and Church of Saint Sebastian.
Food
If you are going to Lima simply to experience a grand culinary tour, you will not be disappointed with the choice of restaurants you will have access to. Central is a restaurant known for using all the biodiversity of Peru and putting it on the plate. Another fantastic recommendation, especially for seafood is Barra Lima. Canta Rana Oficial is another place to get local Peruvian dishes with local ingredients like sea urchin or ceviche. Also, don’t forget about Amazonian coffee, grown just a short while away from Lima.
