Parque de la Amistad in Surco (Park of Friendship)

In the "Parque de la Amistad" (Park of Friendship), Surco Lima Peru, you will find numerous attractions for young and old, is located on the corner of Avenida Caminos del Inca and the street The Nazarene. Friendship Park Surco account in their 30,000 square meters of a host of attractions to be enjoyed both large and small, they will spend a different day.

The main attractions of the Park of Friendship:
Moorish arch. From their towers (viewpoints) can appreciate much of the Surco district of Lima and the city, The Moorish Arch was opened by the kings of Spain in 2001, is 29 meters high and was presented by the Spanish colony in the Peru. This bow is a true copy of the original Spanish Moorish arch built in 1924 in Leguia Avenue, (now Avenida Arequipa) and demolished in 1939.

The steam train. One of the favorite attractions for visitors to the Park of Friendship are the walks in the steam train, because if you can give up all around the Park. It features a steam locomotive dating back to 1926, has 3 cars to transport visitors and make a path of 550 meters.

PEDALONES BOATS. Another attraction of the park are the rides pedalones boats that land on navigable artificial lagoon at the foot of the arch, in the lagoon you can see fish, ducks and geese. Pedalón Each boat may enter up to four people.

On the other hand, is a replica of the ancient town of Groove, from where it originally expanded the district to be as we know it. Besides these buildings we can find shops selling crafts, cups, boxes, bracelets, belts, among other souvenirs. For the youngest kids vent their energies at the entrance of the park are seesaws, swings, among other attractions, and for those who are hungry in the train station there is a restaurant where you can enjoy delicious dishes.

Also in the park is situated Cultural Center of the Municipality of Surco which presents major plays and other cultural activities.

Address: Av Caminos del Inca block 21 s / n, Surco
Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Free admission.
Price travel by train S/.4.
Pedalones S/.5 rides.
Restaurant menu price: S/15.