Architectural, Cultural sights in Lima
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Palacio Torre Tagle
There are few remaining colonial mansions in Lima since many of them have been lost to expansion, earthquakes and the perennially moist weather. Many now operate as private offices or educational centers, which can make seeing interiors difficult. The most immaculate of these casonas is the famous Palacio Torre Tagle, completed in 1735, with its ornate baroque portico (the best one in Lima) and striking Moorish-style balconies. Unfortunately, it is now home to Peru’s Foreign Ministry, so entry is restricted. Groups and educational organizations, however, can request a tour in advance via the oficina cultural.
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Casa de Oquendo
The cornflower blue Casa de Oquendo is a ramshackle turn-of-the-19th-century house (in its time, the tallest in Lima) with a creaky lookout tower that, on a clear day, has views of Callao. Tours for small groups can be arranged ahead of time with the helpful manager, Juan Manuel Ugarte, but walk-ins can be accommodated provided he isn’t busy. Donations are welcomed in exchange for this service.
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