Lima (Rough Guides Snapshot Peru)
Lima (Rough Guides Snapshot Peru)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2016-01-01

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 0241255228

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The Rough Guide Snapshot to Lima is the ultimate travel guide to the capital of Peru. It leads you through the city with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from the museums and churches in Limo Centro to the entertainment district of Miraflores and the artists' quarter of Barranco. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you make the most of your trip, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Lima also covers the top places to visit outside the city centre, including the beaches around Lima and the towns in the foothills of the Andes to the east and north. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Peru, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Lima, including transport, food, drink, costs, health, outdoor activities and public holidays. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Peru. The Rough Guide Snapshot to Lima is equivalent to 80 printed pages.

Lima Rough Guides Snapshot Peru (includes Pachacamac, Puruchuco, Cajamarquilla and Caral)
Lima Rough Guides Snapshot Peru (includes Pachacamac, Puruchuco, Cajamarquilla and Caral)

Author: Dilwyn Jenkins

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 1409327841

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The Rough Guide Snapshot to Lima is the ultimate travel guide to the elegant capital of Peru. It guides you through the city with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from its excellent collection of museums showing off extraordinary Peruvian archeological items to the attractive Parque Kennedy with its lively craft and antiques market. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants - including where you can get the very best ceviche - hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Peru, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around the country, including transport, food, drink, costs and health. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Peru. (Equivalent printed page extent 81 pages).

Top 50 Best Things to do in Lima, Peru
Top 50 Best Things to do in Lima, Peru

Author: Nicholas Khatch

Publisher: NK

Published: 2023-07-31

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13:

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Welcome to Lima, Peru, a city bursting with culture, history, and culinary delights. This list presents a captivating array of 50 activities and experiences that will immerse you in the vibrant tapestry of Lima. Begin your journey in the historic center, where colonial architecture stands as a testament to Lima's rich past. Explore the ancient ruins of Pachacamac and marvel at the pre-Columbian artifacts in the Larco Museum. The city's cultural heritage comes alive through captivating dance shows, traditional music concerts, and thought-provoking art exhibitions. Lima's culinary scene is a gastronomic paradise, and you'll have the opportunity to indulge in mouthwatering Peruvian dishes. From sampling fresh ceviche and flavorful anticuchos at local markets to dining at renowned restaurants in Miraflores, your taste buds will be delighted at every turn. Don't miss the chance to learn the secrets of Peruvian cuisine through cooking classes that showcase the artistry behind dishes like causa and lomo saltado. Beyond the city's historical and culinary offerings, Lima's natural beauty will enchant you. Take a stroll along the picturesque Miraflores Boardwalk, where stunning ocean views and paragliders soaring above the cliffs create a truly memorable experience. For a dose of adventure, learn to surf or enjoy a bike tour along the scenic Malecón. Take a boat trip to the Palomino Islands and encounter adorable sea lions and playful penguins in their natural habitat. Lima's neighborhoods each have their own unique charm. Barranco, the bohemian district, invites you to explore its vibrant art galleries, enjoy its thriving nightlife, and immerse yourself in its creative energy. Meanwhile, San Isidro and Miraflores beckon with their lush parks and gardens, ideal for relaxing walks and picnics. From the bustling markets of Callao to the historic churches of Rimac, every corner of Lima has something special to offer. Prepare to be captivated by the richness of Lima's history, the diversity of its culture, and the warmth of its people. This list promises an unforgettable journey through Lima's ancient ruins, vibrant neighborhoods, and delectable cuisine. Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime in this vibrant and enchanting city.

Peruvian Featherworks
Peruvian Featherworks

Author: Heidi King

Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Published: 2012-12-04

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 0300169795

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This title provides an in-depth and authoritative review of feeatherworking traditions in ancient Peru. The book includes a discussion of important recent discoveries, considerations of iconography, and basic technical characteristics of feather works.

Black Saint of the Americas
Black Saint of the Americas

Author: Celia Cussen

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2014-10-13

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1107729424

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In May 1962, as the struggle for civil rights heated up in the United States and leaders of the Catholic Church prepared to meet for Vatican Council II, Pope John XXIII named the first black saint of the Americas, the Peruvian Martín de Porres (1579–1639), and designated him the patron of racial justice. The son of a Spanish father and a former slavewoman from Panamá, Martín served a lifetime as the barber and nurse at the great Dominican monastery in Lima. This book draws on visual representations of Martín and the testimony of his contemporaries to produce the first biography of this pious and industrious black man from the cosmopolitan capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru. The book vividly chronicles the evolving interpretations of his legend and his miracles, and traces the centuries-long campaign to formally proclaim Martín de Porres a hero of universal Catholicism.

Ancient Ink
Ancient Ink

Author: Lars Krutak

Publisher: University of Washington Press

Published: 2018-01-08

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 0295742844

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The human desire to adorn the body is universal and timeless. While specific forms of body decoration and the motivations for them vary by region, culture, and era, all human societies have engaged in practices designed to augment and enhance people’s natural appearance. Tattooing, the process of inserting pigment into the skin to create permanent designs and patterns, is one of the most widespread forms of body art and was practiced by ancient cultures throughout the world, with tattoos appearing on human mummies by 3200 BCE. Ancient Ink, the first book dedicated to the archaeological study of tattooing, presents new, globe-spanning research examining tattooed human remains, tattoo tools, and ancient art. Connecting ancient body art traditions to modern culture through Indigenous communities and the work of contemporary tattoo artists, the volume’s contributors reveal the antiquity, durability, and significance of body decoration, illuminating how different societies have used their skin to construct their identities.