Best of Lima
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Catedral: After two decades of turbulence, the center of Lima is roaring back, and at the center of it all is a refurbished main square and the 16th-century cathedral, with elegantly carved choir stalls and a huge painting gallery.
Casa de Aliaga: This colonial mansion in the heart of Lima’s old town is in pristine condition and offers a fascinating glimpse into domestic life during the opulent days of the viceroyalty.
San Francisco: This 16th-century convent has a brightly decorated patio and painting gallery upstairs, and labyrinthian catacombs downstairs that served for centuries as Lima’s general cemetery.
Museo Larco: With a huge collection of gold, textiles, and more than 40,000 ceramics, this museum offers a complete survey of all of Peru’s archaeological treasures.
Museo Nacional de Arqueología: The best way to wrap your mind around Peru’s complex succession of ancient cultures is by visiting this compact and concise museum.
© Ross Wehner and Renée del Gaudio from Moon Peru, 3rd Edition
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