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Lima

Capital of Peru

CountryPeru
CapitalLima
ContinentSouth America
RegionSouth America
LanguageAymara, Quechua, Spanish
Time difference−8 h (UTC−5)
  • Historic Centre of Lima
  • San Francisco Monastery
  • Huaca Pucllana

About Lima

Lima was founded on the Pacific coast in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro.

The historic centre is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Plaza Mayor, the San Francisco Monastery and the Miraflores coast are its highlights; the city is also famous for its cuisine.

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Practical info

  • CurrencyPeruvian Sol (S/.)
  • Dialling code+51
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