La Cruz del Viajero, Lima

#153 among attractions in Lima

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La Cruz del Viajero is a monumental cross located in what now Pueblo Libre, a district of the city of Lima, Peru. It was erected in 1579 by Catholic missionaries. Travellers would stop at the cross to ask for protection on the road to the port of Callao, a route which was beset by bandits. In 1759 the cross was moved 100 metres from its original location to a plaza that bears its name on the corner of Torre Tagle and Julio C. Tello streets. Both José de San Martín and Simón Bolívar are said to have knelt before the cross. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 12°4'43"S, 77°3'54"W

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Lima Residencial (Pueblo Libre)Lima Peru

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La Cruz del Viajero – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Larco Museum, Real Plaza Salaverry, National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru, San Miguel Plaza.

0.6 miNW
Museum of pre-Columbian artifacts
Larco Museum, Lima
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lima, Peru, the Larco Museum stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and a testament to the rich history of pre-Columbian societies. This renowned institution is housed in an 18th-century vice-royal building, built over a 7th-century...
1.2 miSE
12°5'24"S • 77°3'8"W
Real Plaza Salaverry, Lima
30 min walk • Shopping centre, Shopping
~1040 ftNE
Archaeology and anthropology exhibits
National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru, Lima
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pueblo Libre, Lima, the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of Peru's past. As the country's oldest public museum, it is a treasure trove of artifacts that span from the...
1.2 miW
Shopping centre, Shopping
San Miguel Plaza, Lima
31 min walk • The Plaza San Miguel shopping center, located in the district of the same name, is the oldest commercial emporium in the city of Lima, inaugurated in 1976. The property of the land where it is located belongs to the Pontificia Universidad Católica...
0.9 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Teatro Peruano Japonés, Lima
24 min walk • The Teatro Peruano Japonés is a theatre in Lima, Peru. It is located at the headquarters of Asociación Peruano Japonesa, a nonprofit organization for Peruvians of Japanese origin.
0.9 miN
Museum
Complejo Arqueológico Mateo Salado, Lima
23 min walk • The monumental archaeological complex Mateo Salado, also known as huaca Mateo Salado, is located in the district of Lima, in its limit with the districts of Breña and Pueblo Libre.
1.2 miNW
Universities and schools
PUCP Peru, Lima
31 min walk • Pontifical Catholic University of Peru is a private university in Lima, Peru. It was founded in 1917 with the support and approval of the Catholic Church, being the oldest private institution of higher learning in the country.
1.3 miNW
Sport venue, Sport
Coliseo Polideportivo, Lima
34 min walk • Coliseo Polideportivo is an indoor arena located in Lima, Peru that is under construction. It was scheduled to be completed in July 2011, and have a seating capacity of 11,320 spectators.
0.9 miSE
12°5'24"S • 77°3'30"W
New York, Lima
24 min walk • Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
0.6 miSW
12°5'13"S • 77°4'8"W
Iglesia Sagrado Corazon De Maria, Lima
17 min walk • Church
0.6 miN
Neighbourhood
Pueblo Libre District, Lima
16 min walk • Pueblo Libre is a district of the Lima Province in Peru. Its name, which means Free Town or Free People, was granted by José de San Martín on April 10, 1822 as a recognition of the patriotism shown by its inhabitants during the Peruvian War of Independence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to La Cruz del Viajero?

Nearby attractions include National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru, Lima (6 min walk), Larco Museum, Lima (15 min walk), Pueblo Libre District, Lima (16 min walk), Iglesia Sagrado Corazon De Maria, Lima (17 min walk).

How to get to La Cruz del Viajero by public transport?

The nearest stations to La Cruz del Viajero:

Bus

Sucre • Lines: 201, 204 (9 min walk)
Colegio • Lines: 404 (12 min walk)