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What is the name of the city that was founded on the site of an existing Inca palace?
What is the name of the main square in Lima, where Francisco Pizarro founded the city?
For how many years was Lima the center of Spanish rule in Latin America?
Which of the following structures survived the earthquake of 1746?
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What is the name of the place where the President of Peru lives?
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Which of the following titles does Lima hold?
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How many years ago was the city of Lima founded?
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What safety advice does Emmanuel give about Lima?
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What was the fate of most buildings in Lima after the earthquake of 1746?
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What does the tourist inquire about the Inca?
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Which building is mentioned as the only one that survived in Plaza Mayor?
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Which phrase implies the necessity to visit Notre Dame?
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What is the tourist's opinion about the age of the buildings in Lima?
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What is one thing the reviewer liked about their service?
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What common issue does one reviewer mention while dining?
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Study Notes
Overview of Lima
- Nicknamed Ciudad de los Reyes, meaning City of Kings.
- Founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1535.
- Served as the center of Spanish rule in Latin America for nearly 300 years.
- Currently the capital city of Peru.
Inca Presence
- The Inca civilization thrived in the region before the arrival of the Spanish.
- Numerous Inca towns existed when the Spanish settled.
- Over 400 Inca temples and palaces were present prior to Spanish colonization.
Plaza Mayor
- Known as the main square of Lima.
- Designated as a World Heritage Site.
- Site where Francisco Pizarro officially founded Lima nearly 500 years ago.
- Home to the Government Palace, where the President of Peru resides.
Historical Events
- A catastrophic earthquake in 1746 significantly damaged Lima, destroying most of the city.
- Only 20 buildings remained intact after the earthquake.
- San Francisco's Convent is the sole surviving structure in Plaza Mayor from before the earthquake.
Safety in Lima
- Safety in Lima is comparable to that of London, with a recommendation to remain cautious in busy tourist areas.
Historical Background of Lima
- Lima, referred to as Ciudad de los Reyes (City of Kings), was founded by the Spanish but existed on Inca ruins.
- Spanish conquest led to the development of Lima on the site of an Inca palace, now known as Plaza Mayor.
- Francisco Pizarro founded Lima approximately 500 years ago; however, significant earthquakes have affected its architecture.
- A major earthquake in 1746 destroyed nearly all structures in the city, leaving only 20 buildings intact, including San Francisco's Convent in Plaza Mayor.
Spanish Phrases
- Tourists learn useful phrases, such as the translation of "Did you notice?" indicating a visit to Notre Dame, and "Let's walk over here" for directional guidance.
Review Insights
- Review 1 reflects dissatisfaction with a horror film, indicating poor experience and logistics confusion related to travel and reservations.
- Review 2 highlights customer service challenges, such as issues with food preferences, a broken printer, and transaction concerns.
Tourist Questions
- Inquiries include the availability of brochures, sailing experiences, desire for a sea-view table, castle explorations, and social outings with friends.
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Discover the rich history of Lima, Peru's capital city, from the Inca civilization to the Spanish conquest and rule.
