An outstanding tour through two centuries of art and history at the First Monumental Cemetery in America.
A fascinating journey that begins in Larcomar and goes through the city to arrive at the traditional Lima neighborhoods of Cercado and Barrios Altos, in the vicinities of the Cemetery Museum Maestro Presbyter, built by the spanish architect and priest Matias Maestro over two centuries ago.
Discover the mystery and beauty that lies inside the marble of the magnificent mausoleums, ornamented with great XIX century sculptures, works of renowned French and Italian artists.
Enjoy the fascinating stories of scholars, writers, artists and former governors while visiting their tombs and crypts.
Visit the remarkable Crypt of the Heroes of the Pacific War and discover the beauty of its superb architecture, stained glass and sculptures, and learn the history of the characters whose remains lay peacefully under its vaults.
DEPARTURES
2th and 4th for each month
7:00 (in the night)
24th September 2010
15th and 29th October 2010
12th and 26th November 2010
17th December 2010
Be present 15 minutes before the tour starts.
DURATION
3 hours
LANGUAGES
Spanish
English
WHERE TO TAKE THE TOUR
Larcomar Mall (In front of Miraflores Casino)
WHERE TO BUY THE TOUR
In our stand of Larcomar (In front of UVK Cinema)
Teleticket
PRICES
Adults : S/. 50.00
Children : S/. 25.00 (*)
(*) Under 8 years old
RECOMENDATIONS
• Summer : Use sunscreen, wear hat and windbreaker jacket.
• Winter : Wear jacket.