Lima, Peru, a treasure city in South America.

1. Must-see attractions • Lima Old Town: • Plaza de Armas: This is the core area of Lima and the historical center of the city. There are many important buildings around the square, such as the Government Palace, which has a solemn and elegant architectural style, showcasing Lima's political status; the Municipal Hall has a unique architectural style and is one of Lima's administrative offices; the Archbishop's Palace is a symbol of religious power and has exquisite and magnificent architecture; the Cathedral, built in the 17th century, retains a strong Spanish architectural style. Inside the cathedral, there is a silver altar, a small chapel with exquisite architecture, and an exhibition hall where the glass coffin of Francisco Pizarro, the leader of the Spanish colonial army, is displayed. • Plaza de San Martín: Built in memory of San Martín, a hero of the Latin American War of Independence, the square is surrounded by many exquisite historical buildings and sculptures, making it a great place to experience Lima's historical and cultural atmosphere. • National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru (Museo Nacional de Arqueología, Antropología e Historia del Perú): With a rich collection, the museum showcases the historical development of Peru from ancient times to the present, including artifacts and artworks from various periods such as the Inca civilization, pre-Inca civilization, and colonial period. It is of great significance for understanding Peru's history and culture. • Larco Museum (Museo Larco): Located in an 18th-century building, the museum is famous for its extensive collection of pre-Columbian pottery, especially its unique collection of erotic pottery, which showcases the artistic creations and lifestyle of ancient Peruvians. In addition, the museum also holds temporary exhibitions regularly. • Miraflores: • Miraflores Malecón (Malecón de Miraflores): Built along the Pacific coast, it is a scenic walkway and bike path. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent ocean view of the Pacific Ocean, cliffs, and Lima's city skyline. At dusk, you can also enjoy the beautiful sunset view. There are many cafes, restaurants, and shops nearby, making it a great place for leisure and entertainment. • Barranco: Lima's most artistic district, with many colorful buildings, street art, and music performances. 2. Accommodation • Miraflores: This area is Lima's upscale residential area and tourist hotspot, with a beautiful environment and high security. There are many luxury hotels and resorts here, such as Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores Pardo Hill. • San Isidro: Another affluent district in Lima, with many luxury hotels and apartments. • Lima Old Town: If you want to experience Lima's history and culture in depth, you can choose to stay in the Old Town. There are some historic hotels and guesthouses here, such as Sheraton Lima Historic Center Hotel. 3. Cuisine • Ceviche: One of Peru's national dishes, it is made by marinating fresh raw fish in lemon juice, onion, chili pepper, cilantro, and other seasonings. It has a fresh and delicious taste, with a balance of sour and spicy flavors, making it very appetizing. • Roasted guinea pig (Cuy): This is a traditional Peruvian dish. After roasting, the guinea pig has a golden and crispy skin and tender and juicy meat. • Pisco Sour: Peru's signature cocktail, made with Pisco as the base spirit, and mixed with lemon juice, sugar syrup, egg white, etc. It has a sweet and sour taste and a moderate alcohol content. • Andean grilled chicken (Pollo a la Brasa): Local chicken is selected and marinated with special spices, then grilled over charcoal. The grilled chicken has a crispy skin and tender meat. It is served with fries and salad, making it a delicious main course. • Inca Kola: Peru's national beverage, with a golden yellow color and a taste similar to lemon soda. 4. Transportation • Airplane • Bus: Lima has a rapid bus system (Metropolitano), similar to China's BRT, which is convenient to use and connects Lima's main areas. • Taxi: There are two types of taxis: licensed and unlicensed. Licensed taxis have a blue and yellow sticker on the windshield and are relatively expensive, but more secure and reliable. Unlicensed taxis have a red and white sticker and are cheaper, but there is a certain safety risk. • Car rental: If you want to explore Lima and its surrounding areas freely, you can choose to rent a car. 5. Precautions • Climate and sun protection: Lima has a tropical desert climate, with strong sunshine and a large temperature difference between day and night. • Safety issues: In some areas of Lima, such as the remote streets of the Old Town and near some slums, there may be safety hazards.