Lima: city of the kings

Posted on 15/04/202313/01/2026 by Luciana Murillo

Lima, the capital of Peru, is sitting in the valley on the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by a desert land. Its center is filled with preserved colonial architecture and suburbs are crowded and more or less developed areas housing almost 9 million people. City has many parks and green areas that…

Luciana Murillo

Hey everyone! I’m Luciana, a travel writer from Colombia. I focus on places I know and love — mostly Colombia, Central America, and North America.

I’m all about discovering those hidden gems that don’t always make it into the guidebooks — think street food stalls, quiet little towns, underrated hiking trails, and the kind of real-life moments that truly capture what a place is all about.

Whether I’m wandering through vibrant markets in Guatemala, cruising across the deserts of the U.S., or hiking the Andes, I try to keep it real and useful — no fluff, just the good stuff.

When I’m not off exploring or writing about it, you’ll probably find me sipping too much coffee, editing photos, or dreaming up my next trip.

Let’s keep discovering and traveling smarter — one trip at a time.

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