Did you know this about Lima?

Did you know that Lima is the only capital city in South America that has access to the Pacific Ocean?

This unique capital city has a pre-Hispanic, Colonial, Republican and modern past.

Do you know which city has the oldest University in the whole of America in it?

The University San Mayor of Lima was founded on the 12th May 1551. Today, in the centre we have a museum called the Casona de San Marcos, located at the newly renovated University Park.

Did you know that Lima is the only capital city in the whole of South America to be declared a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site?

Since the start of the 90s, with more than 9million inhabitants, Lima has the most beautiful collection of balconies in the whole world.

Do you know which is the most contaminated city in Latin America?

Sadly it is our beloved Lima, Lima is constantly growing, but despite this, it is a city that needs to look to the future in terms of renewable energy.

Did you know that Peru was the most important city in South America in terms of political and economic power during the 16th - 17th centuries?

The Viceroyalty of Peru had the city of Lima as his capital city and today it has large Colonial treasures in its historical centre that can be found in the Plaza de Armas and the interesting Plaza San Martin.

Do you know which city holds the oldest cemetery in the whole of South America?

The cemetery can be found in Barrios Altos in Lima, it is called the Presbitero Matias Maestro. Visit it! Click here.

Did you know that Lima was the home to the first Saint of America?

Santa Rosa de Lima, Patron Saint of the Americas and Philippines.

Did you know Lima was the Gastronomy Capital of Latin America?

Without a doubt, Lima is said to be the Gastronomy Capital of Latin America by both Limean people themselves and also by the many awards it has won.

Do you know which city has the largest water park in the world?

Santa Beatriz in Lima.

Do you know which city is also known as "The City of Kings", "The Garden City", and "The Pearl of the Pacific"?

Known as the "City of Kings", Lima was established around the date as the collapse of the monarchy on the 18th of January 1535. It is known as "The Garden City" due to its large parks and the "Pearl of the Pacific" because of its art collections.

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Do you know that Lima was the most important city for pilgrimages in the pre-Hispanic world?

I invite you to explore Pachacamac, a pre-Hispanic haven in Lima.

Did you know that Lima is the most-visited city in the whole of Latin America in 2015?

This makes Limean people very proud.

Do you know where the major airport in South America is?

Fly to Lima by aeroplane and you will find out.

During the 1950's, do you know which city received the largest amount of emigration in the history of Peru?

Lima is a diverse city, a city that contains every part of Peru.

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