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Unofficial subregion of Lima, Peru
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Universidad Particular Ricardo Palma (Facultad de Biología)
Peru's gold museum contains a huge collection of gaudy, gold works. Not the best place to learn about Peruvian precolumbian cultures. A large part of a Peruvian 20,000-piece collection of gold is fake, according to the Peru's consumer protection agency. A new "branch office" has opened in LarcoMar in Miraflores that is much more focused and beautifully presented; best of all, of course, is that it is located in the main tourist area.
263 hectares of wetlands. 210 species of birds, 10 species of fish and some reptiles and rodents.
A variety of animals and amusement rides. Parrots, snakes, fish, monkeys, goats, llamas, sheep, cows, pigs and more. Viking ship, bumper cars, water slide, etc. There are amusements for very small children and some even adults will find fun. Entry price includes all amusement rides. Feed for animals can be purchased for a small fee.
The fifth floor contains an interesting photographic display detailing Peru's struggle during the years of the Shining Path.
Museo de Sitio de Pachacámac
Pachacámac is about 25 km south of Lima. It is a huge archaeological site containing pre-Inca and Inca temples (entrance fee 6 Soles). This was one of the major pilgrimage sites in South America, in the years 500-1,500. The temples are constructed from adobe and are not very well preserved. There are three ramp pyramids and a temple of the sun (the only temple which may be accessed). Due to the fragile nature of the ruins and vandalism they may only be seen from a road. The on-site museum contains a variety of artifacts including ceramics, wood carvings, textiles and Inca quipus. From Miraflores, take a colectivo to 'Puente Primavera'. From there, take a 'San Bartolo' colectivo to Lurin (S/2.50). Get off just past the Cementerio Parque Del Recuerdo or tell the conductor that you want to get off at the ruinas de Pachacámac. Many bike tour companies offer tours of Pachacámac.
Hacienda Mamacona is located next to the ruins of Pachacámac and can be seen from the Temple of the Sun. Hacienda Mamacona is open to the public and is home to some of Peru's finest Paso Horses and hosts numerous events including the Festival del Caballo de Paso Peruano and Concurso Nacional del Caballo de Paso.
Jockey Club del Perú
Horse racing. Two main racetracks, one dirt and one turf. Live racing each Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday (208 race days per year, 10 races per day).
18-hole golf course, tennis, gymnasium, swimming pool, restaurant, cocktail lounge.
18-hole golf course, tennis, squash, gymnasium, minigolf, soccer and fulbito (miniature soccer), Olympic swimming pool and two smaller pools, basketball, skate ramps, restaurant, bar, kids play area.
They have really good and greasy hamburgers, tacos, quesadillas, etc. Their best burger is probably the 'A Lo Pobre' that has burger, egg and baked banana for around S/12 and is sure to fill your stomach.
Italiana
Pollo a la Brasa, Parrillas, Especialidad en Carnes. You can get a Parrilla feast that feeds about 4 people for S/90 and that includes a bottle of wine.
Picantería
Fish and seafood.
Steaks and grills.
Criolla
Criolla
Single, double, triple and executive suites. Restaurant, bar, gymnasium, jacuzzi and sauna
Bar, restaurant, Internet, telephone, car park, bathrooms with spa, hot water.
TV, Internet, air conditioning
The Hilton brand makes its presence known here in the Surco business district, with a breakfast buffet and relatively classy feel compared to some of the surrounding buildings.
It's like the quintessential hippie/gringo surf hostel with beer pong and table tennis people and cutting loose, only it's a couple of blocks from the beach. But it's comfortable and congenial with surf breaks nearby, and you can get a breakfast plan built into your room rate.
Modern shopping mall.
Modern shopping mall. Restaurants, bars, disco, coffee shops, rather exclusive.
A large modern shopping mall with restaurants, cinemas, lots of shops, even a cigar bar. The cinemas here generally show English films in English with Spanish subtitles.
Cinemas and shops.
Modern shopping mall. Shops, cinemas, restaurants.
A large modern shopping mall.
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