In the middle of Miraflores district lies the Huaca Pucllana, an ancient adobe-and-clay pyramid built by the Lima culture in the 500 CE and served as a ceremonial temple and administrative center for surrounding irrigation zones for the cultures that existed before the Spanish arrival. The capital of Peru traces its origin here.

On a visit to Huaca Pucllana, you learn how the cultures here survived the arid desert for two centuries by building canals and redirecting water to be used for irrigation. There is a topographical map that shows the social-economical activities of the people who lived here. At the top of the pyramid, you get to have nice views of Miraflores. The Wari tomb is found at the top. The Wari culture overtook the Lima culture around 700 CE and the Huaca Pucllana was made the burial site for the nobles. Their tombs and mummies are still found here.

The Huaca has a tasteful illumination at night. The Huaca Pucllana on-site restaurant offers Peruvian Cuisine giving a visitor a unique dining experience taking in the 1500-plus-year-old view. The Huaca is accessed easily by visitors from Miraflores as most hotels are located nearby. Taxis and buses are available.

Fitness near Huaca Pucllana

Many gyms near Huaca Pucllana are excellent and of the highest standards. They have monthly and 3+ membership plans which is excellent for locals. One gym for travelers to check out is the Bodytech Òvalo Gutierrez which, through TrainAway, has a gym day pass for using on a day-to-day basis only when you go for your workouts. It is well equipped with different zones for weights, cardio exercises, and stretching. The gym is large enough accommodating a lot of machines and equipment for the different workouts. The trainers are always there to give you any support you need while there.