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Plaza Mayor panorama

On Monday I presented to you some images of Plaza Mayor and Plaza San Martin in Lima, Peru.  Today we’re going to enjoy a few more images of both plazas as well as another image or two nearby.

Plaza San Martin

Plaza San Martin derives its name from a historical figure we’ve discussed previously from this voyage — Argentine General José de San Martin.  San José de San Martin was an instrumental figure in South America’s struggle for independence from Spain.  There is even a statue commemorating him at the center of the plaza:

Statue of José de San Martín

Not all the views are in the plazas of Lima.  Keep an eye out along the side streets for views such as this:

Lima street

Or of Lima’s famous balconies:

Lima balcony

Plaza Mayor is a treasure trove of images for the photographer.  Below I present today’s photo gallery of images of this one area.  Just click on any image below to enlarge and bring up today’s slide show.

Municipal Palace, Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor

Post Office and Telegraph

Archbishops’ Palace of Lima

Plaza Mayor fountain

Cathedral of Lima, Plaza Mayor

Plaza San Martin

The Golden Princess departed San Martin shortly after our return from our excursion to Islas Ballestas.  The next morning we arrived at the seaport of Callao, which serves Lima, the capital of Peru.  The architecture here is stunning.  Here you see some of the buildings surrounding Plaza San Martin:

Plaza San Martin

Plaza San Martin

Lima is also famous for its balconies, many of which date back to when Peru was a Viceroyalty of Spain.  Here are some examples:

Example of Lima’s famed balconies

Balcony closeup

Lima balcony

Another great area of Lima for photographers is Plaza Mayor.  Here you’ll find the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace of Lima as well as the Cathedral of Lima, and the Municipal Palace, among other architectural gems.

Archbishop’s Palace of Lima, Plaza Mayor

Cathedral of Lima, Plaza Mayor

As impressive as these structures are, make sure you get a closeup of the main entrance to the Cathedral, Portada del Perdón — the “Door of Forgiveness”.

Cathedral Portada del Perdón