Peru to Hilo

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean and laying on the desert coast, Lima is the capital and the largest city of Peru. This beautiful city is nestled in thew valleys of Chillon, Rimac and Lurin Rivers. The history of this place traces back to pre-Columbian era. Mounted at an elevation of 1,600ft above the mean sea level, the land comprises clusters of isolated hills. Despite its location in the tropics and desert, Lima has a climate that is pleasantly mild. Lima abounds with structures that were built during 16th, 17th and further centuries. Raised in 16th century, Iglesia de Santo Domingo and its monasteries are beautiful masterpieces. Casa Aliaga and Santuario de Santa Rosa de Lima are two magnificent structures built during 5th and 17th centuries respectively. Then there are two historical mansions, Casa de la Riva and Casa Pilatos, which feature wooden balconies, elegant patio and antique furnishing. The land has one important archaeological site, Pachacamac; this is a pre-Columbian citadel built around AD 100. Other one is Huaca Huallamarca that dates to AD 200 to AD 500. Lima has a large number of museums, each one of them featuring distinct style of building, unique patterning, dating to different centuries. Decorated with subtle carving, ceramic insertions, ornate ceilings, complex weaving, and so much more the structures make the visitors spellbound. Cast a look at Museo Rafael Larco Herrea, Museo Nacional de Antropologia, Museo Taurino, Museo de Historia Natural and Convento de Los Descalzos. Apart from historical, there are numerous galleries that display art by contemporary artists, academics, collection of artifacts and mosaics. Visit Museo de Arte de Lima, Museo de Arte Italiano and cAsa de Riva Aguero. The city offers to the visitors so many options for entertainments. There are bars, live music centres, clubs, pubs, beer halls, chillouts, cinema and gay or lesbian counters. Cast in different theme, decorated with artistic decor, the bars and clubs dish out the lip smacking food and delicious drinks. Juanito's, Tai Lounge, Media Naranja, Wahios, Tequila Rocks, Teatriz and Senor Frogs are few favored places. Lima is also a great place to go on shopping spree. Wayo Whilar, La Mar and La Casa de la Mujer Artesana Manuela Ramos are few famous shopping complexes. Book online affordable travel packages to Lima from MakeMyTrip.com. Being India's leading online travel portal, you can get here cheap flight tickets, affordable hotel bookings, choicest of destinations and much more.

Hilo is a scenic town on the Big Island of Hawaii, famous for its majestic waterfalls, dense rainforests and rare biodiversity. Serving as the gateway to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this city has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. On a trip to Hilo, visitors can explore the Pacific Tsunami Museum, discover beautiful creations at the East Hawaii Cultural Center, shop at the Hilo Farmers Market and soak in the natural beauty of the Liliuokalani Gardens in the city.The Imiloa Astronomy Center is one of the most captivating attractions, which is distinguished by three titanium cones. The Rainbow Falls and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo are among some of the popular attractions near this place. During Hilo tour, travellers must not miss the spectacular sight of the naturally formed ‘boiling pots’ in the Wailuku River State Park. No visit to this place can be complete without a downtown tour to discover its charming appeal and interesting culinary offerings. Hilo is one of the best destinations for an idyllic vacation in the Hawaiian region. MakeMyTrip offers a fine selection of Hilo tour packages to ensure a memorable stay in the city.