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Lima Collection (#8)

Discover the vibrant city of Lima, where history and culture intertwine seamlessly. St Rosa De Lima, the patron saint of Peru, watches over this bustling metropolis

Background imageLima Collection: Peruvian Pelican resting in the harbour of Lima, Pelecanus thagus, Peru

Peruvian Pelican resting in the harbour of Lima, Pelecanus thagus, Peru

Background imageLima Collection: View soldier blue uniform Costumes Lima Peru

View soldier blue uniform Costumes Lima Peru
View of soldier in blue uniform from behind, Costumes of Lima, Peru, Unknown, Watercolor, ca. 1860, Soldier holds swords in both hands and has a plume on hat

Background imageLima Collection: Side view soldier blue uniform Costumes Lima

Side view soldier blue uniform Costumes Lima
Side view of soldier in blue uniform, Costumes of Lima, Peru, Watercolor, ca. 1860

Background imageLima Collection: Side view soldier blue white uniform Costumes

Side view soldier blue white uniform Costumes
Side view of soldier in blue and white uniform, Costumes of Lima, Peru, Watercolor, ca. 1860

Background imageLima Collection: Dancing couple Costumes Lima Peru Watercolor

Dancing couple Costumes Lima Peru Watercolor
Dancing couple, Costumes of Lima, Peru, Watercolor, ca. 1860, Man in blue suit and woman in white dress

Background imageLima Collection: View soldier blue uniform walking Costumes Lima

View soldier blue uniform walking Costumes Lima
View of soldier in blue uniform walking, Costumes of Lima, Peru, Watercolor, ca. 1860

Background imageLima Collection: Plan de la ville de Lima Relation du voyage la

Plan de la ville de Lima Relation du voyage la
Plan de la ville de Lima, Relation du voyage de la mer du Sud aux cotes du Chili, du Perou, et du Bresil, fait pendant les annees 1712, 1713 and 1714, Frezier, Amedee Francois, 1682-1773, Engraving

Background imageLima Collection: View train trestle Lima Peru Eugenio Courret

View train trestle Lima Peru Eugenio Courret
View of train trestle, Lima, Peru; Eugenio Courret (French, active 1850s - 1880s); 1864 - 1884; Albumen silver print

Background imageLima Collection: Bridge Apurimac Cuzco journey ancient capital

Bridge Apurimac Cuzco journey ancient capital
Bridge over the Apurimac, Cuzco: a journey to the ancient capital of Peru; with an account of the history, language, literature, and antiquities of the Incas

Background imageLima Collection: Portrait Peruvian tapada leaning balustrade Cities

Portrait Peruvian tapada leaning balustrade Cities
Portrait of a Peruvian tapada leaning against a balustrade, Cities and sites cartes-de-visite collection, Courret, Eugenio, b. 1841, Albumen, after 1872, Foto-relieve-esmalte. Retratos camafeos. E

Background imageLima Collection: Native woman South Sea Islands Eugenio Maunoury

Native woman South Sea Islands Eugenio Maunoury
Native woman, South Sea Islands; Eugenio Maunoury (French, active Paris, France and Lima, Peru 1860s - 1870s); about 1863; Albumen silver print

Background imageLima Collection: Native man South Sea Islands Eugenio Maunoury

Native man South Sea Islands Eugenio Maunoury
Native man, South Sea Islands; Eugenio Maunoury (French, active Paris, France and Lima, Peru 1860s - 1870s); about 1863; Albumen silver print

Background imageLima Collection: Plaza Lima Peru American Attributed Carleton Watkins

Plaza Lima Peru American Attributed Carleton Watkins
The Plaza in Lima, Peru; American, Attributed to Carleton Watkins (American, 1829 - 1916); Peru; about 1852; Daguerreotype

Background imageLima Collection: Francisco Pizarro GonzAalez Circa 1471-1478 To 1541 Spanish Conquistador From A 19Th Century

Francisco Pizarro GonzAalez Circa 1471-1478 To 1541 Spanish Conquistador From A 19Th Century Engraving

Background imageLima Collection: Peru. Lima. Founded by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarr

Peru. Lima. Founded by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, 1535. Engraving 1850

Background imageLima Collection: Calle de Lima, Callao, Peru, South America

Calle de Lima, Callao, Peru, South America
Calle de Lima, port of Callao, Peru, South America. Date: circa 1910

Background imageLima Collection: Tree-lined street in Chorrillos, Lima, Peru, South America

Tree-lined street in Chorrillos, Lima, Peru, South America
Tree-lined street with tram near Market Square in Chorrillos, a district of Lima, Peru, South America. Date: circa 1910

Background imageLima Collection: Union Street, Lima, Peru, South America

Union Street, Lima, Peru, South America
View of Union Street, Lima, Peru, South America, with the Club Nacional, Colon Theatre, Hotel Bolivar (centre right), San Martin Theatre, and Banco de Credito de Peru (far right). Date: circa 1940

Background imageLima Collection: British couple near Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil

British couple near Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil
British couple in Morro Velho, near Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil. They were part of a large British colony centred around the Morro Velho gold mine

Background imageLima Collection: Bottle with female form and gold nose ring. Childbirth

Bottle with female form and gold nose ring. Childbirth scene. Viru Culture of the Chicama and Viru, Peru, 3rd c. A.D. Pre-Columbian art. Ceramics. PERU. Lima. Peruvian Gold Museum

Background imageLima Collection: El Faro de la Marina

El Faro de la Marina (Lighthouse) guides ships past Miraflores in Lima. The lighthouse is a popular location to enjoy a picnic and a spectacular view

Background imageLima Collection: Puente de piedra (Stone Bridge) at Lima, Peru

Puente de piedra (Stone Bridge) at Lima, Peru, with a view through to the Church of San Jose (see: 10997187 for the view from the other side of the river!). Date: circa 1910s

Background imageLima Collection: Lima - Peru - Plaza San Martin

Lima - Peru - Plaza San Martin. Its central monument gives homage to Perus liberator, Jose de San Martin. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageLima Collection: Peru. The Oath of Independence (28th July 1821)

Peru. The Oath of Independence (28th July 1821). Jos頤 e San Mart� proclaiming the independence of Peru in the Main Square of Lima. Oil on canvas. PERU. Lima

Background imageLima Collection: Inca vase with a mythological drawing. Inca art

Inca vase with a mythological drawing. Inca art. Ceramics. PERU. Lima. National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History

Background imageLima Collection: Peru, Lima, San Martin Square, Ayacuchano Carnival, Ayacucho Region, Traditional Festival

Peru, Lima, San Martin Square, Ayacuchano Carnival, Ayacucho Region, Traditional Festival

Background imageLima Collection: Peru. A knocker decorates the wooden doors of Lima Cathedral

Peru. A knocker decorates the wooden doors of Lima Cathedral. Built 1555 but almost destroyed by 1746 s
Peru. A knocker decorates the wooden doors of Lima Cathedral. Built 1555 but almost destroyed by 1746s earthquake

Background imageLima Collection: Christmas decorations woven from straw fibre are colourful

Christmas decorations woven from straw fibre are colourful souvenirs on offer in the Mercado del Indios in central Lima, Peru PERU, Lima

Background imageLima Collection: Bouganvillea and painted earth jars decorate a garden

Bouganvillea and painted earth jars decorate a garden courtyard in the Church and Monastery of San Francisco in central Lima, Peru. The monastery is famous for its catacombs and antique library

Background imageLima Collection: Pastel shades and colonial architecture on the Plaza de Armas in Lima

Pastel shades and colonial architecture on the Plaza de Armas in Lima, Peru PERU, Lima. Pastel shades and colonial architecture on the Plaza de Armas in Lima, Peru

Background imageLima Collection: Magic Water Circuit in La Reserva Park, sunset, Lima, Peru, South America

Magic Water Circuit in La Reserva Park, sunset, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Old Town and Cathedral, elevated view, Lima, Peru, South America

Old Town and Cathedral, elevated view, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Modern architecture in San Isidro District, twilight, Lima, Peru, South America

Modern architecture in San Isidro District, twilight, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Cityscape seen from the San Cristobal Hill, Lima, Peru, South America

Cityscape seen from the San Cristobal Hill, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Cathedral of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Peru, South

Cathedral of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Peru, South America

Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Green Llama in Parque de la Amistad (Friendship Park), Santiago de Surco District

Green Llama in Parque de la Amistad (Friendship Park), Santiago de Surco District, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Monastery of San Francisco, Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lima, Peru, South

Monastery of San Francisco, Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Huaca Pucllana Pyramid, Miraflores District, Lima, Peru, South America

Huaca Pucllana Pyramid, Miraflores District, Lima, Peru, South America

Background imageLima Collection: Lima-Huancayo Express

Lima-Huancayo Express
The Lima to Huancayo Express of the Peruvian Central Railway. This train crosses the Andes as 15, 600 feet! Date: late 1930s

Background imageLima Collection: Lima, Peru - Panoramic View

Lima, Peru - Panoramic View Date: circa 1905

Background imageLima Collection: Submission of Sayri Tupac. Engraving

Submission of Sayri Tupac. Engraving
Submission of Incas king Sayri Tupac to Don Hurtado de Mendoza, Viceroy of Peru. Engraving, 1807

Background imageLima Collection: Avenida del Fajamar, Lima, Peru, South America

Avenida del Fajamar, Lima, Peru, South America, with a railway train visible on the far left. Date: circa 1905

Background imageLima Collection: Dos de Mayo Monument, Lima, Peru, South America

Dos de Mayo Monument, Lima, Peru, South America
Dos de Mayo Monument, commemorating the Battle of Callao on 2 May 1866, Lima, Peru, South America. The allegorical figure at the top of the column is Nike, the Winged Goddess of Victory

Background imageLima Collection: Banco del Peru y Londres, Lima, Peru, South America

Banco del Peru y Londres, Lima, Peru, South America. Date: circa 1910

Background imageLima Collection: Country Club, Lima, Peru, South America

Country Club, Lima, Peru, South America
Country Club in Lima, Peru, South America, with cars parked outside. Date: late 1930s

Background imageLima Collection: People in the main square, Lima, Peru, South America

People in the main square, Lima, Peru, South America, with the Cathedral in the background on the left. Date: circa 1910

Background imageLima Collection: City Hall, Lima, Peru, South America

City Hall, Lima, Peru, South America, with people sitting on benches in the square. Date: circa 1910




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Discover the vibrant city of Lima, where history and culture intertwine seamlessly. St Rosa De Lima, the patron saint of Peru, watches over this bustling metropolis. As you stroll through the Plaza de Armas, your eyes are drawn to the magnificent Cathedral Of Lima, a 16th-century masterpiece that stands proudly in Plaza Mayor. UNESCO has recognized its significance as a symbol of Peru's rich heritage. In Barranco, San Francisco church welcomes visitors with its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. The district's charm extends to the coast of Miraflores District, where you can witness breathtaking views along Costa Verde. The Pacific Cliffs offer an awe-inspiring backdrop for those exploring the Pan-American Highway. But our journey doesn't end here; we take a detour to Italy's Bagni di Lucca on the Lima River in Tuscany. Harry Fenn's wood engraving captures the beauty of Devil's Bridge perfectly—a testament to how rivers connect cultures across continents. Back in Peru, Plaza de la Inquisicion invites you to delve into dark chapters of history while admiring colonial architecture, and is impossible not to mention Francisco Pizarro—the Spanish conquistador who forever shaped Lima's destiny—his legacy still resonates throughout every corner. After immersing yourself in history and exploration, it is time for some indulgence at Museo del Pisco Bar. Treat yourself to a refreshing Pisco Sour cocktail—an iconic Peruvian drink that embodies both tradition and innovation. Before bidding farewell to this enchanting city, make sure to visit Convento de Santo Domingo—a place steeped in spirituality and adorned with intricate artwork that tells tales from centuries past. Lima beckons travelers with its diverse offerings: from ancient cathedrals and historic landmarks like St Rosa De Lima Fountain or Cathedral 1891; natural wonders such as Pacific Cliffs or Costa Verde; cultural gems like Plaza de la Inquisicion or Convento de Santo Domingo.