Lima Collection (#9)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lima, Peru - Panoramic View Date: circa 1905

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Christopher Columbus statue, Lima, Peru, South America
Christopher Columbus statue, Paseo 9 December, Lima, Peru, South America. Date: circa 1909

La Palma Station, Lima, Peru, South America
La Palma Railway Station, Lima, Peru, South America, with men building a fish trap in the foreground. Date: circa 1910

St Rosa Di Lima / Butler
SAINT ROSA DI LIMA Mystic Date: 1586 - 1617

Church of San Francisco, Lima, Peru, South America. Date: circa 1900s

Lima - Peru - Palacio del Gobierno (The Gobierno Palace) Date: circa 1920

Lima - Peru - The Choir of the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist Date: circa 1920

Lima - Peru - Grand Entrance to the Exhibition Gardens Date: circa 1920

Lima - Peru - Paseo Colon Date: circa 1920

Lima - Peru - Iglesia de San Francisco Date: circa 1920

Electricity bill for resident of Lima, New York State, USA
Electricity bill for Mrs William Vary, a resident of Lima, New York State, USA. The power supplier is the Lima Honeoye Electric Light & Railroad Company, six kilowatts were consumed in May 1918

Lima, Peru - Torre Tagle Palace - a Spanish Baroque palace, currently the home to the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - Cripta de los Heroes Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - Tribunas del Hipodromo (de Santa Beatriz) - Grandsh=tand of the Racecourse / Race track Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - Estatua de Bolognesi (Bolognesi Statue) - named in honour of national hero, Colonel Francisco Bolognesi, a key participant at the battle of Arica during the War with Chile

Lima, Peru - Puerta de San Augustin (Saint Augustine Gate) Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - Alameda de los Descalzos Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - Palacio de la Municipalidad Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - Columna del dos de Mayo (Column of the 2nd May) Date: circa 1920

Lima, Peru - The Cathedral Basilica
Lima, Peru - Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist Date: circa 1920

Lima - Peru - Palacio de la Exposicion (The Exhibition Palace) Date: circa 1920

Lima - Peru - Torre de Santo Domingo Date: circa 1920

Greetings card from Lima, Ohio, USA, whose locomotives produced by the Lima Locomotive Works from the 1870s to the 1950s were world famous. Date: circa 1940

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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.