Fun facts about Lima
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The name 'Lima' is believed to have originated from the Spanish pronunciation of the native name 'Limaq', which means 'talker' or 'speaker'.
Lima
Peru
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, as well as a primate city. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín Rivers, in the desert zone of the central coastal part of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
From the “Etymology” section
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The coat of arms of Lima features three gold crowns arranged in a triangle and a gold star above them, with the inscription 'Hoc signum vere regum est'.
Lima
Peru
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, as well as a primate city. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín Rivers, in the desert zone of the central coastal part of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
From the “Symbols” section
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Lima was founded on January 6, 1535, and was initially named 'City of Kings' in honor of the Epiphany.
Lima
Peru
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, as well as a primate city. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín Rivers, in the desert zone of the central coastal part of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
From the “History” section
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Lima is the world's third largest desert city, following Karachi and Cairo.
Lima
Peru
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, as well as a primate city. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín Rivers, in the desert zone of the central coastal part of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
From the “Geography” section
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The Government Palace, also known as the House of Pizarro, was first constructed in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro.
Lima
Peru
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, as well as a primate city. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín Rivers, in the desert zone of the central coastal part of the country, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
From the “Government” section
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