Lima’s modern veneer is ostensibly mechanised and concrete; a product of Peru’s 21st century drives towards the forefront of tourism in South America. But under the misty blanket that envelops the city part of the year, and between the shimmering high-rises and big business complexes of the downtown districts, it’s still possible to spy out precious old relics. The archaeological bequests of the Spanish conquistadores at Lima Centro (from the elegant La Catedral de Lima to the romantic Plaza de Armas) and the smatterings of pre Incan ruins found around the city (like the ones at Huaca Pucclana) extend further into its museums, of which your Lima tour guide will mark down the National Museum as a must see.  Do make it a point to head to the wildly popular touristic district of Miraflores where a myriad of traditional gastronomic joints await, and guests can expect a full-frills experience of Peruvian cuisine en masse. Further explore Lima’s unique everyday culture here  or at at Barranco’s art galleries and nightlife, where the locals party in the salsa clubs and hidden jazz bars to the beats of Peruvian Creole late into the night.