Catedral de Lima (La)
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The first thing that stuck out to me was that you had to pay to get into the church, i thought that was interesting and their attendant was kind rude. The positive side of this place is that the entrance fee includes a tour and you get to see Pizarro's tomb and the Peruvian Virgen.
Reviewed by: lola from on Aug 29 2008
I didn't find this cathedral to be that impressive. There are 2 interesting parts of the museum for the average tourist. It is also weird that you have to pay to enter the cathedral. Of all the cathedrals i've seen, i've never had to be to go in. Isn't the church a non-profit...? On top of that, the staff was kind of rude. There are far more interesting place to see and do in Lima. If you have time check this place out, but it shouldn't be on top of their list.
Reviewed by: JasonR from on Aug 06 2008
The Cathedral isn't the most impressive, fairly small scale. But it is pretty. What you can see from the entrance is what you pretty much get after you pay. But, I guess it's all about the tour, where you get the info.
Reviewed by: Gersey from on Jun 13 2008
The Plaza Mayor in Lima is not only one of the most beautiful places in South America, but also one of the safest cities. Outside the Cathedral, you will find impeccable colonial buildings with magnificent balconies dated back to 15th century. Special attention must be given to the "Municipalidad de Lima" building which is just located opposite the Cathedral. Next to it, you will find the "Palacio de Gobierno" with their own "Change of the Guard" daily performed. Inside the Cathedral, you will find stunning marble floors, gold altars, and paintings from the 17th century. And while you are in the area, do not miss a visit to Hotel Maury, a few blocks away from the Plaza Mayor, for the best Pisco Sour (Peru National Drink) in town. Incidentally, it was in the bar of the Hotel Maury where Pisco Sour was invented. Enjoy!.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 17 2008
Lima cathedral is the best of south america, it contents a lot of history and a big colonial treasure.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 02 2006
its a nice place to visit when traveling to lima, but some of the artifacts inside didn't hold much interest to me. it was a nice place to visit though. there was a lot of history behind the beautiful building, real pretty. overall, it was nice.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 08 2006
Last week I went with my 6 year-old son and I was very impressed with the tourist guide. The tour didn't wait for more people so basically we were three people, including me and my son! I said 'don't worry about me, the tour is for him'.
Reviewed by: Kate from on Apr 01 2006
really dark inside..i just wanted to use the bathroom and they wanted to charge me for it and then i couldnt even use it because it was so disgusting.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Aug 02 2005
pretty good. i realy liked the food but it was crowded when i got there.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Apr 08 2005
Of course, a must see. In the Old Lima section of Lima, this is the historical capital. See the coffin of Francisco Pizarro, who brought the Spanish era to this section of the world. The cathedral is not the prettiest I have ever seen (due to several major earthquakes), but it is undeniably the most historically significant I have seen.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 21 2005
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The first thing that stuck out to me was that you had to pay to get into the church, i thought that was interesting and their attendant was kind rude. The positive side of this place is that the entrance fee includes a tour and you get to see Pizarro's tomb and the Peruvian Virgen.
Reviewed by: lola from on Aug 29 2008
I didn't find this cathedral to be that impressive. There are 2 interesting parts of the museum for the average tourist. It is also weird that you have to pay to enter the cathedral. Of all the cathedrals i've seen, i've never had to be to go in. Isn't the church a non-profit...? On top of that, the staff was kind of rude. There are far more interesting place to see and do in Lima. If you have time check this place out, but it shouldn't be on top of their list.
Reviewed by: JasonR from on Aug 06 2008
The Cathedral isn't the most impressive, fairly small scale. But it is pretty. What you can see from the entrance is what you pretty much get after you pay. But, I guess it's all about the tour, where you get the info.
Reviewed by: Gersey from on Jun 13 2008
The Plaza Mayor in Lima is not only one of the most beautiful places in South America, but also one of the safest cities. Outside the Cathedral, you will find impeccable colonial buildings with magnificent balconies dated back to 15th century. Special attention must be given to the "Municipalidad de Lima" building which is just located opposite the Cathedral. Next to it, you will find the "Palacio de Gobierno" with their own "Change of the Guard" daily performed. Inside the Cathedral, you will find stunning marble floors, gold altars, and paintings from the 17th century. And while you are in the area, do not miss a visit to Hotel Maury, a few blocks away from the Plaza Mayor, for the best Pisco Sour (Peru National Drink) in town. Incidentally, it was in the bar of the Hotel Maury where Pisco Sour was invented. Enjoy!.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 17 2008
Lima cathedral is the best of south america, it contents a lot of history and a big colonial treasure.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 02 2006
its a nice place to visit when traveling to lima, but some of the artifacts inside didn't hold much interest to me. it was a nice place to visit though. there was a lot of history behind the beautiful building, real pretty. overall, it was nice.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 08 2006
Last week I went with my 6 year-old son and I was very impressed with the tourist guide. The tour didn't wait for more people so basically we were three people, including me and my son! I said 'don't worry about me, the tour is for him'.
Reviewed by: Kate from on Apr 01 2006
really dark inside..i just wanted to use the bathroom and they wanted to charge me for it and then i couldnt even use it because it was so disgusting.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Aug 02 2005
pretty good. i realy liked the food but it was crowded when i got there.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Apr 08 2005
Of course, a must see. In the Old Lima section of Lima, this is the historical capital. See the coffin of Francisco Pizarro, who brought the Spanish era to this section of the world. The cathedral is not the prettiest I have ever seen (due to several major earthquakes), but it is undeniably the most historically significant I have seen.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 21 2005
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