Barrios Altos

Places of Interest

Quinta Heeren

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The Quinta Heeren is a traditional residential estate in Barrios Altos, a neighbourhood of Lima, Peru. Located within the city's historic centre, it occupies a total area of about 36.000 m2.

Plaza Italia

Square

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Italy Square, formerly known as Saint Anne's Square, is a public square in the Barrios Altos neighbourhood of Lima, Peru. It was the second square built by the Spanish during the colonial era and later served as one of the four squares where the independence of Peru was declared in the city.

National Mint of Peru

Museum

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The National Mint, also known as the Mint of Lima, is a mint located in the neighbourhood of Barrios Altos, in the city of Lima, Peru. Its origin dates back to 1565.

Places in the Area

Central Lima

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Central Lima, Peru comprises the districts of Lima, Breña, Jesús María, Lince, La Victoria, San Luis, El Agustino and Rímac.

Santa Beatriz

Quarter

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Santa Beatriz is a neighbourhood in Lima District. It is the southernmost area of the district. It limits to the north, with the historic centre of Lima; to the east, with La Victoria; to the south, with Lince; and to the west, with Jesús María. Santa Beatriz is situated 2½ km southwest of Barrios Altos.

Lima

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Lima is the capital of Peru and its largest city. Founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the modern city is a curious mix of the modern mega city with some 'islands of modernity', large but orderly slum areas and colonial architecture in downtown.

Central Lima

Miraflores

West Lima

Barranco

Barrios Altos

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Places with the Same Name

Localities in the Area

Notable Places Nearby

Curious Quarters to Discover

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