Story 013 · Peru · OCT 2019
Lima's bohemian district - Barranco
Barranco is Lima's answer to Montmartre — peeling colonial mansions, the Bridge of Sighs, murals around every corner, and peñas where Peruvian folk music fills the night air.
To be honest, Lima is not really one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but you will find little exceptions like: the artist’s quarter, Barranco.
Barranco means “ravine” and it is one of Lima’s 43 city districts known as the neighbourhood of artists, musicians and bohemians.
You can find many art gallerys, museums, peñas (small music clubs), bars, restaurants and amazing street art!
Puente de los Suspiros, Bridge of Sighs
One special place in Barranco is the “Puente de los Suspiros”, the Bridge of Sighs, which leads exactly over the ravine. The path from the bridge leads to a cliff overlooking the ocean.
Rumor has it that anyone who manages to cross the bridge while holding their breath and makes a wish, the wish will certainly come true!
Unfortuately we did not make it…😅
Nevertheless, we really enjoyed Barranco’s relaxed atmosphere and had one of the nice free walking tour around in the district.