Fog catching in Lima

Lima is the capital of Peru, and with around 9 million people living in the area, by far the country’s biggest city. Since the arrival of the conquistadors of the 1500s, the city has played a role in Spanish Colonialism. More recently, it has exploded in both size, as it expands into the mountains,  and population,  as Peruvians from the countryside come to the capital seeking opportunity. Most, in actuality, have instead found poverty. Lima has become infamous as a massive urban zone of insecurity. Stories of muggings, car jackings, even tales of  hostage for ransom fill the travel message boards.

Taking your security into account is a must in Lima, granted, this is true for any big city anywhere else in the world too. Lima is also a city of eternal fog, with a calm pacific mist blanketing the city nearly 24 hours a day. There are historical sights dating back to the days of the first conquistadors, catacombs with skulls and bones, romantic oceanside walks, and terrific cuisine. We spent nearly a week in Lima in all (between layovers and all), and while we took caution, we did not feel unsafe or threatened at any point. Take a tour of MiraFlores, Centro, Pueblo Libre, San Juan de Lurigancho and more on my photo tour of Lima. I’m convinced its the most comprehensive English language photo tour of Lima available on the Internet. =)

Click the link here. Hit the caption button (i) at the top of the page when looking through the pictures if you wish.