Lima, which in 1988 was considered in a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is the capital of Peru and it is situated on the central coast of Peru on the Pacific Ocean. There are nearly 8 million inhabitants of diverse racial and ethnic groups.

Having been the center of the Viceroyalty in Peru, Lima preserved much of its history. It is the city with the largest number of museums throughout Peru. Among them are the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru; the National Museum of Peruvian Culture and the Rafael Larco Herrera Archeological Museum. In addition, there are historic churches such as the Cathedral of Lima, the Basilica of San Francisco, and the Monastery of Nazarene among others.

The average monthly cost of living in Lima ranges among S/. 800.00 y S/. 1000.00 (approximately US$ 289 and US$ 360).

How is the Climate?

• In Lima the annual average temperature ranges between 18,5° and 19° C (65,3 and 66 F)
• In summer, between December and April, there are temperatures between 29° and 30° C (84,2 and 86 F)
• In winter, from July to mid-September, the temperature varies between 19° and 12° C (66 and 53,6 F)
• In spring and autumn (September, October and May) the weather becomes mild with temperatures between 23° and 17°C (73,4° and 62,6°F)

How to get here?
US
From La Guardia airport in New York, with stops in Miami, the flight lasts approximately 14 hours, and costs approximately $ 1,700.00.
UK
From Heathrow Airport in London, with stops in Miami, the flight lasts almost 40 hours, and costs approximately US$ 2,700.00.