San Borja, Residential district in Lima, Peru.
San Borja is a residential district in Lima organized around a clear grid layout, with streets named after renowned artists and philosophers. Tree-lined avenues and organized blocks create a calm residential character throughout the area.
The area was part of the Ichma civilization between 1100 and 1450 CE, which built ceremonial structures across the land. Spanish conquest later destroyed most of these early structures and reshaped the landscape.
The Cultural Center of the Nation attracts visitors who come to see the National Library, the Grand National Theater, and the National Museum displaying art and historical collections.
The district is accessible by public transportation, with multiple metro stations along the main avenue making it easy to reach different parts. Walking through the organized streets is straightforward for exploring the area and its attractions.
The district contains two pre-Inca pyramids standing among modern residential areas, remnants of civilizations long gone. One of them welcomes visitors on guided tours while the other remains closed as archaeologists continue their work.
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