Lima, Peru Day 1

After arriving to our condo at 1:30AM, we rose at 8am ready for our first day of adventure.

Our condo is located about 2 blocks to the Pacific Ocean.  As we walked the short distance, we came across our first landmark, the IHS Church.   Peru is 99% catholic and today is Sunday but service had not begun so we entered the church and were able to take some photos of the beautiful architectural design.   

We then proceeded down to the elevated walkway for some spectacular views 100 feet or more above the ocean.  I’m not sure how far the walkway extends but we did 5km and did not reach the end.  It’s a beautiful area to walk, bike, roller blade, skateboard or do any other activity of your choice.  Lots of people walking dogs and beautiful weather. 

 We spend about 5 hours walking and exploring along the elevated walkway and ended up at Larcome Underground Shopping Center.  Built into the face of the cliffs, reaching several hundred feet above the Pacific Ocean, this mall was very large which included a underground bowling alley, 4 levels of brand name clothing stores and numerous food options.  We opted to eat a late lunch at TGIFridays and were seated next to a glass enclosure for wind protection.  Still had a beautiful view of the Pacific and were able to watch hang gliders fly by below us.  

A late dinner was only 1 block from the condo at La Bodega de la Trattoria. We all ordered a pisco sour – the national drink of Peru.  Tamie and Steve didn’t seem to enjoy theirs much and as a result Mike and I drank 2 each.  I opted for a seafood soup which reminded me of  clam chowder but was a little thinner consistency and made with shrimp.  It was fabulous.  Tamie and Steve both ordered salads and Mike had a bagel sandwich made with bruschetta and cream cheese.   Everyone seemed to really enjoy the light meal.   Then it was back to the condo to partake of some Lindt chocolate and a glass of wine to finish off the evening.