Casa de Correos y Telégrafos

The Casa de Correos y Telegrafos stands as a grand postal building with French architectural elements and a prominent clock on its facade.

Established in 1897, this central post office managed all national and international correspondence, later incorporating Peru's first telephone switchboard installation.

The structure now houses the Museum of Peruvian Gastronomy, presenting exhibitions that document over 2000 years of national culinary traditions.

Visitors can explore multiple small shops through the rear entrance of the building, accessing them via Pasaje Piura street.

The building features an artistic bronze lion sculpture on its exterior that appears to consume letters and correspondence.

Location: Lima province

Official opening: 1897

GPS coordinates: -12.04453,-77.03118

Latest update: March 19, 2025 05:07