The Prettiest Parts of Lima

BY ONEIKA RAYMOND


 
Lima is not a typically pretty city. Its urban sprawl, wide range of things to do, and constantly beating pulse is what endears it to most to tourists. But some of its shinier, prettier bits did catch my eye.  
 
 

The historic centre of the city is awash in bright yellows and majestic buildings. Known as the Plaza de Armas, beautiful views are present at every turn. The governmental palace, for one, is imposing and ornate, official and impossibly large.
 
 
Directly across the square, the municipal palace’s canary yellow hue makes me yearn for the beach, summer, and indulgence in general.  The pop of colour is intensified by the well-manicured lawns filled with flowers. This area of Lima reminded me of my afternoon strolling around colourful neighbourhoods of Valparaiso, Chile last autumn.
 
 

A view of Lima from above is also impressive.  We took the bus up to the mirador at the Cerro San Cristobal, which showed off Lima’s vast maze of streets and buildings.

In Barranco, one of the neighbourhoods of Lima, palm trees and lollipop-coloured buildings lent a tropic air.

The white buildings seen from the rooftop from my hotel provided the perfect backdrop as I enjoyed the pool.

The coastline of Lima is also a real treat. In Miraflores, the well-to-do area where Liebling and  I spent a good bit of time, the land meets the sea and stunning view are abundant.  The Pacific ocean batters the shore; the powerful waves cause a constant spray of mist and rock the many surfers that brave them. This for me was the prettiest part of gritty Lima, hands down!

 
 
 
 

Tourists are typically told to avoid Lima, but I think the city merits at least a day or two’s visit.

What do you think of Lima, thus far?

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