About Lima Peru Tourism - Lima is the most populous of Peru due to the city of Lima being located there. The city of Lima is the transportation, cultural, economic, social, political, and touristical hub of the nation.

Because Peru is a highly centralized nation, much of Peru's organization and commerce are centered on this city. Lima was founded in 1535 by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro. What he founded is now known as the Historic Centre of Lima which contains much of Lima's colonial architecture which is known to be arguably the best in South America. During the colonial era, Lima was the centre of Spanish rule in South America and administration of the continent passed through this city. Because of this, a large colonial presence was built up until independence.

After independence, cultures from all over the world began to melt together until creating what Lima is today. An example of this union of cultures is the city's gastronomy. Lima's cuisine is a combination representing all the groups of people who are part of the city. European, Asian, and Andean cuisine was mixed together to create what is now known as Limean gastronomy. The food sector is an extremely important part of Lima's touristical economy as many of South America's best restaurants and chefs are located in Lima. Not only is the mixing of cuisine evident in Lima but the mixing of cultures is as well. Nothing exemplifies this more than the multiple museums located throughout Lima. Among these, the largest and most recognized are, the National Museum, National Museum of Anthropology, Arqueology and History, Rafael Larco Herrera Archeological Museum, National Museum of Peruvian Culture, and the Museum of Italian Art. The district of Miraflores is one that is frequently appealing to tourists because of the multitude of restaurants, hotels, parks, events, and tourist attractions located in the area. The Barranco District along with the Miraflores District has a vibrant nightlife with various nightclubs and pubs throughout the area.

Peñas a special type of venue are popular in Barranco among tourists. The Park of the Reserve and the Park of the Exposition are located in the city and are one of Lima's main greenspaces. Lomas de Lanchay National Reserve is located 105 kilometers north of Lima and is home to a variety of wildlife and vegetation. Caral, located in the middle of the desert, is the oldest city in the Western Hemisphere as it was built 5,000 years ago.