Miraflores, Lima

Miraflores is a district within the Lima Province of Peru, known for its exclusivity and high-end shopping options located to the south of downtown Lima. It's considered one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the city. This area boasts numerous luxury hotels, such as the Hilton, JW Marriott, and Belmond, along with a diverse array of restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and department stores. Miraflores is a primary attraction for tourists visiting Lima.

Originally founded as San Miguel de Miraflores, it officially became a district on January 2, 1857. Its heroic designation, "Ciudad Heroica," stems from the Battle of Miraflores fought during the War of the Pacific.

Miraflores is teeming with hotels, cafes, pubs, restaurants, and shops, drawing significant local crowds, especially on Sundays. Parque Kennedy, the central square of Miraflores, frequently hosts flea markets and art exhibitions. Larcomar, a shopping mall with a stunning Pacific coast view, is a major attraction for tourists, young people, and the middle to upper classes. Here, you can find restaurants, stores, a food court, ice cream shops, arcades, bowling alleys, nightclubs, bars, and Lima's most modern cinema.

The district's prominent tourist spots include the archaeological complex called La Huaca Pucllana, Parque Kennedy, the Iglesia Virgen Milagrosa (the Miraculous Virgin Church), Parque del Amor (Lover's Park), Larcomar mall, and Calle de las Pizzas (Pizza Street). Calle de las Pizzas, situated in the heart of Miraflores, is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.