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Plaza Mayor, Lima

4.4 · 8,251 reviews·#12 of 436 things to do in Lima

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Plaza Mayor, also known as Plaza de Armas, is the heart of Lima's Historic Centre and the city's main square. Founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535, it has been the stage for key historical events. Today, visitors can admire the bronze fountain at its center and the surrounding buildings: the Government Palace (presidential seat), the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Archbishop's Palace with its distinctive blue balconies. The square is a lively gathering place, often hosting ceremonies and street performers.

Don't miss

Watch the daily changing of the guard at the Government Palace at noon
Photograph the ornate wooden balconies of the Archbishop's Palace
See the central bronze fountain, the oldest in Lima

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