Larcomar Mall on the coast, Lima (dark ocean to the right with pier jutting out background-right)
It is strange for me to think that nearly 1 year ago I embarked on a journey to Central America by moving to Guatemala, "El Corazon del Mundo Maya," or the heart of the Mayan World. As the year of 2011 comes to a close and I take the time reflect on the great changes it brought to my life during this past year, it is amazing to think that I am already on to a new adventure here in Lima, Perú.
Perú, the land of the once powerful Inca empire, has me feeling as if I simply traded Maya history for Inca, but there is so much more to this land than that, which has become obvious within the first few hours here. For reasons mostly unknown to me, Lima has always called my attention and I am happy to report that after my first day settling in here that my instincts were correct.
Church in Parque Kennedy (Central Park, Miraflores)
Lulled by the sleepy comfort of Antigua, Guatemala I was beginning to feel that a more bustling metropolis was what I needed at this point in my life, which Lima most certainly is. Nestled in a nice apartment in one of Lima's finest districts, Miraflores, I was almost annoyed last night at the traffic buzzing outside my 5th floor abode as I laid myself down to sleep, but then I smiled and was happy to feel the life of the city, whether it interrupted my snooze or not.
Casino view from my apartment (literally across the street)
Despite the extra shuffle and life among the streets that comes with the holiday season, I can tell that Lima is alive whether in preparation for Saint Nick or not. During a 3 hour waltz around town I got to know my new surroundings better while walking to the beach (yes, Lima is on the Pacific Ocean, which sits a mere 7 blocks from my apartment!) and around the central park and surrounding areas.
Church, Miraflores
Fortunately, Lima has much more to offer than the confines of the Miraflores district, which I hope to explore over the coming year. I will keep the updates coming complete with personal endeavors, photos, and anecdotes, sure to keep you all entertained, so check back often!
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