Main Square, Lima - Plaza Mayor

It is the center of the city. Founded by Francisco Pizarro on January 18, 1535, it is surrounded by the principal buildings dating from the colonial period:

The Government Palace, currently the headquarters of the presindent of the Republic of the nation, where visitors can see the Change og Gard at noon every day.

The Cathedral Basilica of the City is opposite the main square, and it is erected and present in all times and celebrations. Next to this, it is the Archiepiscopal Palcae, an exquisite work of art, and opposite of this it is The Houses if the Judge which is the oldest building around the square. On the other side the Municipality or city hall.

At the center of this handsome architectural complex there is a magnificent ornamental bronze fountain, fused by Antonio Rivas, dating from 1650, on top of which the Angel of the Fame stand out; There is a adorned by colourful flowers and palm trees, which give more charm to the heart of the city. There is a gallery of collonial style buildings protecting the central park, which are in pastel colours and decorated by peculiar, bautiful and impressive balconies. Along the perimeter, there are also arches.

The main square is also known as the Plaza Mayor and declared by Unesco as a Cultural heritage of Humanity. The Square has recovered its traditional elegance, to become one of Peru's special tourist attractions.