THE 5 MOST POPULAR LIME TRADITIONS - CULTURE VOCABULARY - 2025

The traditions of Lima are the result of the syncretism between the pre-Inca, Hispanic, Asian and African cultures, which are reflected in the customs of its inhabitants as part of their identity.

There are many pagan and spiritual traditions that in the XXI century are still in force in Lima, like the town criers who loudly offer their products.

Yawar Party - Lima

There are religious traditions in Lima, playing cards, horse racing and bullfighting, among many others. The streets of the Peruvian capital evoke colonialism in their structures as architectural testimonial evidence of its rich history.

5 outstanding traditions of the city of Lima

Bullfights

After Spain and Mexico, Peru is the third most important bullfighting country in the world. Every year it celebrates more than 550 bullfighting festivals.

Bullfighting was one of the most representative pastimes that the Spanish conquerors took pains to reproduce in the New World.

Particularly Lima's patron saint festivities, from coastal cities and the Andes, include bullfights in the indigenous style called "Yawuar Fiesta".

The feast of blood is characterized by tying an adult condor to the back of the bull so that the settlers can wear their ponchos and then culminate with the release of the condor.

This act is a traditional way of symbolizing the supremacy of the indigenous culture (represented by the condor) over the Spanish.

Pisco day

Pisco is an alcoholic drink made from grapes, originally from Peru in the 16th century. It was produced from the first vines brought to the territory by the Marquis Francisco de Caravantes.

The first wine and pisco production centers were Ica and Moquegua. In the year 1630, exports began from these regions to Central America.

Later, in 1791 towards Valparaíso, Valdivia and Concepción, and finally in 1800 the European and North American market had already been conquered.

The Pisco Day celebration takes place on the fourth Sunday in July. On this date, the people of Lima celebrate the tourist boost of the Peru brand thanks to some of its main products.

The first Saturday of February takes place on Pisco Sour day. During this festivity, a series of exhibitions, pairings and gastronomic fairs are held in the capital city.

The foundation of Lima

It is a celebration that takes place from January 15 to 25 of each year, commemorating the founding of the city.

On the eve of January 18, the inhabitants of the city share and enjoy cultural presentations, food tastings and fireworks.

The following days there are parades of comparsas and various folkloric shows are organized in which Peruvian and international cultural and artistic groups are presented.

The procession of the Lord of Miracles

This religious holiday occurs in the month of October. It is characterized by the presence in the various processions of the sweet typical of the station, the nougat of Doña Pepa.

The day of Santa Rosa de Lima

On August 30, the day of Santa Rosa de Lima is celebrated throughout the country, however, in the capital it is lived with greater intensity.

The festivity includes a pilgrimage to which the faithful go to Santa Rosa de Quives, where the Saint lived during her childhood.

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