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The large firewood rotombo at Villa Chicken

Villa Chicken: Lima’s Best Polleria Restaurant Chain

January 18, 2019 Nathan Piper

Since its invention in the mid-twentieth century in Lima, pollo a la brasa (Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken) has soundly become one

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Museo Del Pisco in Lima, Peru

Museo del Pisco: A modern take on Peru’s historic national liquor

December 29, 2018 Nathan Piper

First established in Arequipa and Cusco in 2012, Museo Del Pisco quickly became one of Peru’s most revered artisanal cocktail bars,

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Presbitero Maestro

October 18, 2018 Colin

Officially known as the Master Priest Matty Cemetery, Presbitero Maestro is the oldest cemetery in Lima. Located in the Barrios

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Parque de la Reserva

February 6, 2018 Colin

Parque de la Reserva is a park located downtown which is best known for the Magic Water Circuit. In the

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Parque de la Exposicion

January 31, 2018 Colin

Parque de la Exposicion was built in the 19th century to host the International Exhibition, a modest World’s Fair showcasing

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Alameda Chabuca Granda

February 13, 2017 Colin

Alameda Chabuca Granda is a pedestrian strip behind the Government Palace featuring street entertainment and snacks. In these blocks you’ll

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Plaza San Martin

February 6, 2017 Colin

Plaza San Martin is a large city square located in downtown Lima. The plaza was named for Jose de San Martin,

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Plaza de Armas

February 3, 2017 Colin

Lima’s Plaza de Armas, also called Plaza Mayor, is home to the Cathedral of Lima, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Government

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