I visited Lima, Peru three times during my first trip to South America. Twice I had to wait for connection flights in Jorge Chávez International Airport. The third time, on my way home to Atlanta, I stayed in Lima for two days and was able to explore it a little bit. Since the Limans were celebrating the last days of Christ’s life- the end of Holy Week, I spent some quality photography time on the streets.
Interesting facts about Lima, Peru:
- Lima was founded by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro on January 18, 1535, as La Ciudad de los Reyes, or “The City of Kings” in English
- Lima is the capital and the largest city of Peru
- The population of Lima is about 10 million
- Every third Peruvian lives in Lima
- It is the fourth biggest city in South America after São Paulo (Brazil), Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
- The urban area of Lima covers about 800 km2, largely the size of Belgium and Holland together
- Lima is the second biggest desert town in the world, after Cairo, Egypt
You can see more street photography from Holy Week of Easter in my posts
Semana Santa – The Holy Week Of Easter In Latin America
Santiagueños – Santiago People
The Faces Of Santiago De Chile
Santiago de Chile: Street Photographer’s Paradise.
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Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view black-and-white version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view color version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view color version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view black-and-white version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view black-and-white version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view black-and-white version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings. Click on image to view color version
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
Lima, Peru – The City Of Kings
I have only been to the airport in Lima for a short layover. But, after seeing these photos I wiss I would have at least spent a day there!
Annette | Bucket List Journey recently posted..20 Ideas for Your Summer Bucket List
Yes, Annette, any town in South America worth a visit, especially a capital. As I always say, there is always a Next Time :) Thanks for stopping by!
Guy with the lama is my favorite. His expression coupled with the timing of the lama looking his way = PRICELESS!
Works in color as well as black and white but of course, with B/W the expression hit me first and foremost.
You take such beautiful shots.
Maria recently posted..Wordless Wednesday – Bangkok
Thanks, Maria! The photo of Guy and Lama is one of my favorites too. However, it wasn’t that difficult to take (timing wise)… the most difficult shots in this post are:
1. The Sign
2. Fernando Diaz will be soo-o late today
3. A phone, a girl, and a falling coin
4. Hello, Skateboarder!
Memographer recently posted..Lima, Peru – The City of Kings
I would love to visit Peru one day. Lima looks so charming-I love your photos. They really show how diverse the city is!
TammyOnTheMove recently posted..Flashback Friday: The time I nearly didn’t get engaged
Thanks, Tammy! Yes, Peru is charming. You should definitely visit it.
It’s all good, Alex, but my favourite here is the one with bicycle/ people sign!
Andrew Graeme Gould recently posted..Santiago, Chile: Foto Prensa 13 photography exhibition
Can’t agree more, Andrew. My three favorites:
1. The Sign
2. Fernando Diaz will be soo-o late today
3. Hello, Skateboarder!