{"id":190,"date":"2023-10-28T16:17:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-28T14:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/?p=190"},"modified":"2026-07-31T11:26:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T09:26:52","slug":"lima-reisebericht-peru-kueche-kultur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/2023\/10\/28\/lima-travel-report-peru-cuisine-culture\/","title":{"rendered":"Lima Travel Report \u2014 Peru&#039;s Capital Between Cuisine &amp; Culture"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"jw-summary-box\">\n<ul class=\"jw-feature-list\"><li>Light and water show in Parque de la Reserva: <strong>1 Euro<\/strong> admission<\/li><li>Double room with private bathroom: <strong>15\u201320 euros<\/strong> per night<\/li><li>Lunch at a local restaurant: from <strong>1.20 euros<\/strong>, Cinema 3\u20134 euros<\/li><li>Temperatures in December: <strong>20 to 24 degrees<\/strong><\/li><li>Polvos Azules market: Branded rain jacket for 15 instead of 120 euros<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-190\" data-postid=\"190\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-190 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n    <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We made it!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Without any problems, we were able to take our flight to Lima, the capital of Peru. The flight was breathtaking! Perhaps partly due to Peru's COVID regulations. \"Wearing two masks is mandatory here.\" But mainly because of the beautiful landscape, with the huge mountains covered in clouds and the endless expanse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull\" style=\"min-height:285px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-197\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/ebaa1454-c9fd-4075-a90c-5d75795ce494-768x1024.jpg\" style=\"object-position:73% 65%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"73% 65%\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">When we arrived in Lima, we were immersed in a completely different world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The streets were clean, no visible poverty, people well-groomed, plants blooming everywhere, and the place exuded safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">But the best part is that there's a total Christmas atmosphere here. The street lamps are adorned with fairy lights, playing Christmas music around the clock (which can also get annoying!). Christmas garlands are hung everywhere, and you can buy candied apples and cotton candy on the streets. A type of pastry similar to Schmalzkuchen was even available, but about 10 times tastier than those in Germany. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">And the churros here are incomparable! They're filled with Dulce de Leche. A type of Nutella made from milk, sugar, and vanilla.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-194\" data-id=\"194\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/0a532d9c-45b8-431e-8a26-8fe1a03c52ca-1-768x1024.jpg\"><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-192\" data-id=\"192\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/86e6399c-21e9-4d29-a568-39ef5b3e5915-768x1024.jpg\"><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-193\" data-id=\"193\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/96eaafe8-8605-4405-8902-cb4c4307987f-1024x768.jpg\"><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We expected a lot of dirt and high crime rates from such a big city. But actually, Peru is one of the <strong>safest<\/strong> countries in South America. A city to fall in love with and definitely worth a visit! The temperatures are currently between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius. Google only shows rain, but luckily, we haven't experienced any so far!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">One of our highlights in Lima<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Parque de la Reserva<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">For just 1 Euro entrance fee, we saw an incredible light-water show. In the background, the many skyscrapers sparkled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/90bf9daa-5f6a-47b3-80af-48ca0aa762d5-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-199\" width=\"447\" height=\"596\"><figcaption>Beautiful light shows<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Parque del Amor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The Park of Love. Flowers were blooming everywhere, with small birds sucking nectar from them. Thousands of love locks hung on the railings. Vendors, newly married couples, a few stray dogs, tourists, locals, and a lot of pigeons could be found here. Plus, there was a beautiful view of the South Pacific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/0b0088e1-bc33-4bbb-9753-5e6a79a0c5da-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-200\" width=\"403\" height=\"538\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Other attractions, such as the Bas\u00edlica y Convento de San Francisco, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and the Historic Centre, should not be neglected either!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/af0f7d9c-e3f9-4a7d-9ff7-ff9d3d930060-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-201\" width=\"410\" height=\"547\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We also visited some markets. For new clothes, you shouldn't miss&nbsp;<strong>Polvos Azules<\/strong>&nbsp;. A huge market where you can get literally everything. There are 1000 different brand products here at an ultimate bargain price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">For example, I bought a well-made North Face rain jacket here for 15 Euros, instead of 120 Euros. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">It has already passed the waterproof test in the shower!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mercado Central<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Here you can get all kinds of food. Peruvian national dish Ceviche is particularly common here. It consists mostly of squid. It wasn't really for me, but Max was pleasantly surprised. We both liked the fried calamari rings the most. The aisles of the market are all very narrow, and everything seems a bit crowded.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/40fa7146-2dd2-4375-9d0a-16bd824cb2e9-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-202\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/2b32069f-7061-480c-b544-88fb31435b12-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-203\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"204\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/934408a8-d533-427b-9e13-f4b22c730ec2-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-204\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/ff4bf829-de00-47c9-a64f-9a629e57cc73-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-205\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Lima is definitely a very, very diverse city. Just when you turn a street corner, a new incredible place awaits you. But you don't want to drive here. They drive here like \"crazy.\" Similar to Asia, except here it's cars honking constantly instead of scooters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of living is very low. For a good double room with a private bathroom and a large TV, you pay around 15-20 Euros per night. You can have lunch in local restaurants here for as little as 1.20 Euros (that usually lasts for two days, the portions are so huge!). A cinema visit costs 3-4 Euros per person. Perfect! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next stop: <a href=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/2023\/12\/03\/paracas-huacachina-desert-oasis-peru\/\">Paracas<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"jw-faq-section\">\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>How much does a day in Lima cost?<\/h3>\n<p>The cost of living is very low: a good double room with private bathroom and large TV costs 15 to 20 euros per night, lunch in a local restaurant starts at 1.20 euros, and a visit to the cinema costs 3 to 4 euros per person.<\/p>\n<h3>Is Lima safe?<\/h3>\n<p>We had expected a lot of dirt and high crime in such a large city\u2014in fact, the streets were clean, no poverty was visible, and the place exuded safety. Peru is one of the safest countries in South America.<\/p>\n<h3>How much does Parque de la Reserva cost?<\/h3>\n<p>Entry costs one euro. For that price, you get a light and water show, with the skyscrapers glittering in the background.<\/p>\n<h3>Should I drive myself in Lima?<\/h3>\n<p>Better not. Driving is sometimes very reckless and there&#039;s constant honking \u2013 similar to Asia, only with cars instead of scooters.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I eat in Lima?<\/h3>\n<p>You&#039;ll find the national dish ceviche especially often at the Mercado Central; it consists mostly of squid. We particularly enjoyed the fried squid rings. We served them with churros filled with dulce de leche.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"jw-section-title\" style=\"margin-top:3em\">Read more<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"jw-related-links\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/2024\/01\/04\/peru-travel-tips-costs-route-information\/\">Peru Travel Tips \u2014 Costs, Route &amp; Practical Information<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/2023\/12\/03\/paracas-huacachina-desert-oasis-peru\/\">Paracas &amp; Huacachina \u2014 desert oasis in Peru<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/2023\/12\/08\/cusco-travel-report-inca-rainbow-mountain\/\">Cusco Travel Report \u2014 Inca Capital, Rainbow Mountain &amp; Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arrival in Peru&#039;s capital Lima: Water features in the Parque de la Reserva, the Parque del Amor on the coast and the Mercado Central.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1648,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-190","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-suedamerika","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"builder_content":"","jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Lima-Peru.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=190"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5827,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190\/revisions\/5827"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1648"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=190"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=190"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/janetsworld3.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=190"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}