The Cathedral of Lima, A Historical Landmark

by admin on October 17, 2009

If you love to visit places with historical significance, stop at the Cathedral de Lima. It is impressive visually, and it has lasted through centuries of Lima’s interesting past, including two large earthquakes – extensive reconstruction took place in both 1746 and 1940. One of the most notable features of this cathedral is the tomb of conquistador Francisco Pizarro, surrounded by a colorful mosaic. Pizarro founded the city of Lima, after conquering the Inca Empire. As one of the most influential people in Peru’s past, his tomb is an interesting place to visit.