Lima cathedral

Overlooking the square, you will find the cathedral of Lima. The main structure of this large church is completely made of wood and bambu making it flexible and more resistant to the frequent earthquakes. In the inside one can find the chapel celebrating Pizarro the now hosts also his remains. The decorations and pieces of art inside are a fascinating example of how local elements got incorporated in traditional catholic symbols. Images such as the mountain-bike holy Mary are a great example of that.Read more