Personalized City Map Poster of Lima
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Suspended between the Pacific Ocean and the coastal desert, the "Ciudad de los Reyes" stretches from its UNESCO historic centre to the ochre cliffs of Miraflores plunging into the surf. Gift a Limeño city map poster — a present as flavourful as a fresh ceviche at Surquillo market and as profound as the Inca voices still echoing in the Huaca Pucllana at the heart of the modern city.
Famous Landmarks
Plaza Mayor
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Lima's Plaza Mayor, founded by Francisco Pizarro on 18 January 1535, is the cradle of the city and the heart of the historic centre listed by UNESCO since 1991. Framed by the baroque cathedral where the conquistador rests, the Government Palace, and the Archiepiscopal Palace with its carved cedar balconies, it still holds the bronze fountain of 1651 at the centre. Peru's independence was proclaimed here in 1821.
Miraflores Boardwalk
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The Malecón de Miraflores runs nearly 10 km along the ochre cliffs of the Costa Verde, 80 metres above the Pacific. Its rosary of parks — Parque del Amor, Parque Salazar, Parque Yitzhak Rabin — offers one of South America's most beautiful urban ocean views. At sunset, paragliders take off from Parque Raimondi while the Limeño garúa drapes its grey veil over the water.
Huaca Pucllana
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The Huaca Pucllana is a pre-Inca ceremonial pyramid built of adobe between 200 and 700 AD by the Lima culture, rising 25 metres in the middle of the modern residential district of the same name. Built of millions of small bricks stacked in earthquake-resistant "bookshelf" rows, it served as both administrative and religious centre. Its adjoining restaurant, open at night facing the illuminated pyramid, offers one of Peru's most singular dining experiences.
Why gift a city map poster of Lima?
Gifting a city map poster of Lima means celebrating a gastronomic capital crowned by Central and Maido among the world's finest restaurants, where every cuadra tells five centuries of history — Inca, Spanish viceroyalty, modern republic. From the scent of leche de tigre to the Moorish balconies of Jirón de la Unión, Lima distils a unique blend of bohemia, Andean tradition, and Pacific openness. A Limeño city map poster captures the soul of a city where the pre-Columbian past and contemporary creativity meet at every corner.
The map of Lima
At 12.0° south latitude on the Peruvian desert coast, Lima stretches almost 60 km north to south between the Pacific and the first Andean foothills, crossed by the Rímac, Chillón, and Lurín valleys. Its plan combines the colonial grid founded by Pizarro in 1535 in the Cercado with the modern fan-shaped urbanization along the Costa Verde toward the south (Miraflores, Barranco, Chorrillos). Nearly 10 million Limeños live here — one third of Peru's population.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Lima city map poster show?
A Lima city map poster shows the real street network, waterways, and parks of Lima as seen from above. The map is generated from OpenStreetMap data and displays a detailed road hierarchy — from major motorways down to small residential streets — each rendered with distinct colors and widths. You can personalize it with a title, date, and coordinates to commemorate a special moment in Lima.
What are the best themes for a Lima poster?
OwnHomeMap offers 17 unique visual themes. Popular choices for Lima include Midnight Blue for a classic, elegant look, Terracotta for a warm Mediterranean feel, Blueprint for an architectural style, and Noir for a striking monochrome design. You can preview every theme in real time in our free design tool before purchasing.
How accurate is the Lima map?
Very accurate. The Lima map uses real cartographic data from OpenStreetMap, the world's largest open geographic database maintained by over 2 million contributors. Major cities like Lima have exceptionally detailed coverage, showing thousands of streets, rivers, parks, and neighborhoods with cartographic precision.
Can I get a Lima poster as a gift?
Yes, a Lima city map poster makes a meaningful gift for anyone with a connection to the city — whether they were born there, got married, studied, or simply have cherished memories of Lima. You can add a personal inscription, choose from multiple sizes, and select either an instant digital download or a premium printed poster with optional framing.