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Category Archives: Lima
Experience the Magic Water Circuit, Lima Peru
Exceeds expectations. But really, why wouldn’t the worlds largest fountain complex be amazing?! Lima’s Magic Water Circuit has a split personality, and you’re going to want to get to know both of them. By day you can walk around the … Continue reading
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Discover Olive Park, Lima Peru
I adore olives and Peru has a most succulent crop of the fruit. To tell you the truth though, I never knew exactly where olives came from. Could have been a plant or a vine, I wouldn’t have known it … Continue reading
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Visiting the Larco Museum, Lima Peru
Everyone and their mother knows about the Inca Empire. Have you ever heard of the Moche, the Wari, or the Chimu? They laid the foundation for the Inca who would unite the region. If you and would like to know … Continue reading
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Where to get Ceviche in Lima, Peru
The one thing you need to eat in Peru is ceviche, raw fish cured in citrus juices. If I’m going to be eating raw fish I’d prefer to do it by the sea where it should be nice and fresh, … Continue reading
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Exploring Lima’s Historic Center, Peru
In 1535 Francisco Pizarro founded the city of Lima, claimed for Spain. Lima is large and multifaceted, though one part which should not be missed is the historical center. It is an architectural dream filled with buildings from Pizarro’s day, … Continue reading
Exploring the neighborhood of Barranco, Lima Peru
Barranco is cool. Think Brooklyn without trying too hard. If you’re in Lima you’ll definitely want to save some time for wandering around the little bohemian district. It’s where Peru’s 20th century writers and artists called home, giving it such … Continue reading
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Huaca Pucllana, Peru
A pyramid, in Peru? It’s true. Right in the heart of Miraflores is an archeological treasure Huaca Pucllana, with a fantastic historical tour. This was the center of Lima culture around 500AD, it’s interesting to see the juxtaposition of yesterday … Continue reading
Satisfy a sweet tooth in Miraflores, Peru
Looking for authentic dessert in Miraflores, Peru? Just outside the main square around the corner from Parque Kennedy, are two spots for satisfying a sweet tooth. Head to Manolo for churros, in a cozy diner setting. There are nutella, dulce … Continue reading
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Breakfast at El Pan De La Chola, Miraflores Peru
This isn’t anything like the traditional bread we ate all over the countryside in Peru, but man was it ever delicious. El Pan De La Chola is the closest thing to hipster you will find in the country outside of … Continue reading
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Visit the cats in Parque Kennedy, Miraflores Peru
Are you a crazy cat lady? I know I am, its actually one of the hardest parts about travel (leaving my Sassy at home). Here is a picture of her for good measure. When traveling I love finding surrogate animals, … Continue reading
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