Goverment Palace in Lima

This picture is a picture of a palace where President Toledo lives in downtown Lima. The top flag is the national flag and the lower rainbow flag represents the Quechuan speaking people that live in the high-lands of the Andes.

During winter (U.S. summer), Lima is cool and always cloudy with afternoon showers. The summer however, is the complete opposite. A lot of people in Lima during the summer head to the beaches in Lima to surf or pack up their bags and head to northern Peru where the water is warmer.

My first impression of Lima was that it was too big, too dirty, and ugly, but once I traveled and got to know the city better I discovered many very beautiful areas. My favorite district is called Barranco. This bohemian district is very quaint with many old houses and has an artsy feel. There are lots of artists, poets, and street performers on many of the street corners. Another area I like is called Miraflores. This is the buisness district with modern buildings and beautiful parks. It also has a killer nightlife and great cafes and restaurants.