- Location: Lima, Peru
- Website: http://www.munibarranco.gob.pe/
- Foundation date: October 26, 1874
- Area: 3.33 square meters. km.
- Sightseeing: Municipal Park, Bridge of Sighs
Lima is a big, colorful, beautiful city of Peru . It has many wonderful areas, interesting places and amazing sights . One of the most tranquil and picturesque areas of Lima is Barranco. Local residents called it a small oasis of creators. But, indeed, its green alleys and sea panoramas have become an inspiration for writers, painters, sculptors, who still live in the cozy houses of Barranco. Walking along the embankment of this area will be an excellent activity for all members of the family and will present many good emotions.
Barranco Attractions
In Barranco, all the tourists go to see and see the most beautiful and romantic sights of Lima. The city's guests in this area are attracted by two sites: the Municipal Park and the Bridge of Sighs. In the park you can wonderfully and entertainingly spend time with the whole family. It houses an old library, a pond with many sculptures, the Church of the Holy Cross and the district municipality. Daily in the park there are exhibitions of paintings, concerts of young musicians, and sometimes lectures in the library on current topics. The park is decorated with many flower compositions, fountains, picturesque alleys and gazebos. In general, a walk in the park you will take up to two hours, but, believe me, time in this place flies imperceptibly.
A Bridge of Sighs is considered to be a romantic and interesting place in Barranco. There is an interesting legend associated with it, which any local resident can tell you. Many believe that if you pass this bridge and never take a breath, then the most cherished dreams will come true. How true this sign is - hard to say, but do not miss a chance and try to do it if you find yourself here. Just behind the bridge is a small temple of La Hermitage. At the moment it is active and you can visit it at least for the sake of admiring the beautiful medieval architecture.
Having passed all these sights, you will stumble on a small lane. He will lead you directly to the Pacific Ocean. It is for the sake of relaxing on its shore, admiring the scenery and breathing in clean sea air, tourists and locals go to Barranco. This is the most beautiful and clean beach in Lima, on which you should definitely visit.
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Restaurants and hotels
Barranco is considered one of the most beautiful areas of Lima, as well as the place of poets and tourists. Accordingly, on its streets there are posh hotels , restaurants of Peruvian cuisine , clubs and entertainment centers. The favorite hotels for tourists in Barranco are JW Marriot Hotel Lima 5 * and Hilton Lima Miraflores 4 *. They have a casino, spa salons, which can be visited by any guest of the city, even if he does not live in a hotel.
The best institutions in the Barranco area are Restaurant Javier and Chala Costo Fusion. They serve local, South American and European cuisine. The establishments are near the ocean, so in the evening they have a special atmosphere and beautiful night panoramas of the sea open. The only downside is the relatively high prices, but the quality of service is always on top.
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How to get there?
Getting to the Barranco district in Lima is very easy. You can get there by public transport , using the local subway, and get off at the station of the same name. If you are traveling by private car, then you should choose a coastal route and cross the Miraflores area, beyond which Barranco is located.
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