Lima GuideLima is the capital of Peru and its largest city. Founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the modern city is a curious mix of the modern mega city with some 'islands of modernity', large but orderly slum areas and colonial architecture in the city center. HotelsFind hotels in Lima, Ayacucho and more, including Hotel Atton San Isidro, HosteLima, Swissotel Lima, The Westin Lima Hotel and Convention Center, Peru Road Trip Bed and Breakfast, Huaca Wasi Hotel Boutique and Peru Star Apartments Hotel. Places and AttractionsExplore popular places and attractions around Lima including Lima Cathedral, Convento De San Francisco, Museo Nacional de Arqueología, Larco Museum, UP, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos and Palacio de Gobierno. RestaurantsDiscover restaurants around Lima including Bar Restaurant Cordano, La Marina Open Plaza, El Bolivariano Restaurant Bar, SACHA, Antica, Manhattan Restaurante and Pizza Hut. CentralCentral Lima is the centre or heart of Lima the capital city of Peru. Central Lima comprises of four areas; Centro Historico, Barrios Altos, Barrio Chino and Santa Beatriz. MirafloresMiraflores is a suburb or barrio of Lima the capital city of Peru. Miraflores is known as Ciudad Heroica or the Heroic City. Javier Prado WestJavier Prado West is the area of Lima south of the Rimac River and west of Av. Arequipa, excluding Central Lima, Miraflores and Barranco which have their own pages. Javier Prado EastJavier Prado East is the area south of Rio Rimac, north of Rio Lurin and east of Av. BarrancoBarranco is a suburb or barrio of Lima the capital city of Peru. Barranco is south of Miraflores with many clubs and cafes popular among college students in Lima. Rio Rimac NorthRio Rimac North is the section of Lima north of Rio Rimac. The area designated as Rio Rimac North includes the neighborhoods … Rio Lurin SouthRio Lurin South is the area south of Rio Lurin, Lima, Peru. The following suburbs or barrios are located within the area designated as Rio Lurin South; Cieneguilla, Lurin, Pachacamac, Pucusana, Punta Hermosa, Punta Negra, San Bartolo, Santa María del Mar.