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Visiting Lima, Peru


Lima, Peru, and its environs are a treasure trove of ancient history. Archaeological sites contain ruins of the Incas and other previous societies. Some museums display the artifacts. Spanish colonial times and more recent history are represented by churches, government buildings and historic houses. Among Lima's museums is one devoted to the Inquisition. Crowded downtown Lima is surrounded by neighborhoods ranging from shantytowns to beachfront areas with upscale shopping, dining and lodging.
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Radisson Hotel & Suites San Isidro

5 of 5 stars
Boulogne
Nov 21, 2009

Appreciated. Great value. Recommended. Good value for money more

Mariel Hotel

1 of 5 stars
Boulogne
Nov 21, 2009

I have never seen an horrible hotel like this one in my entire life. Dogs barkin, a motorway passing through the rooms, It was very very noisy. Wireless not working. I stayed 2 days but slept only 4...more

El Farolito Hostal

5 of 5 stars
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Nov 20, 2009

Hostal El Farolito is a relatively new budget hotel on a quite side street in Miraflores. It is in the heart of Miraflores, only about three blocks from Parque Kennedy and three blocks from Huaca...more

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