Independence Day

Peruvians celebrate the anniversary of their independence from Spain with great patriotic gusto throughout the country, but particularly in Lima, where flags fly high and the fun starts the night before the official ceremonies with dancing and folk music filling all the city's parks and plazas. The next morning at dawn a 21-cannon salute marks the start of ceremonials, which include a military parade downtown and a special service in the Lima Cathedral. For more information phone tourist info
Event Date: July 2012 TBA
Venue: Throughout the city