MAIN ATTRACTIONS OF THE CAPITAL
Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez. This finely designed airport is considered among the most important in this part of the continent, with facilities that are constantly renovated.

Real Felipe Fortress is a symbol of the defense of liberty in Perú. From there, a new attempt of the Spanish to take control of the country on May 2, 1866, was dismissed. The construction of this fortress began in 1747 and took 27 years to finish it. It is a pentagon built in an area of 70,000 m² (27,000 sq. ft), including two fortified towers, Torre del Rey and Torre de la Reina.

Islas Palomino and El Frontón. Cruises are offered to go near these islands and enjoy the wonderful view. These isles are the habitat of innumerable bird species and sea lions.

Shipping Terminal, where passengers and cargo ships arrive from all around the world.

Naval Museum. It houses the most precious relics of the heroes of the Peruvian Navy, specially of the greatest, Miguel Grau. The museum keeps his sword, military cap, cuff buttons, medals, silverware, navigation books, and letters. Also, inside a sarcophagus lays a fragment of the tibia o thin bone of the Lord of the Seas, as he was known, the sole human remain recovered after his immolation in the Battle of Angamos against Chile.

Fishing Terminal. Located in the marina, this is where the fishermen sell their catch without intermediaries.

La Punta. One of the most well-attended beaches in Callao. It is known for having a pebbled seashore. The beaches of Chucuito, Cantolao and Arenillas are also very popular.

Chucuito. It is a calm and hospitable resort, with a population mostly made up of Italian descendants.

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Churches in Callao include, Iglesia Matriz del Callao, Santa Rosa, San Juan Bosco, Virgen de Lourdes, Inmaculada Concepción, San José, Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Nuestra Señora del Carmen de la Legua, among others.

Escuela Naval del Perú (Naval Academy) is located in the district of La Punta. It trains and forms future marines, emulating the example of Admiral Miguel Grau.

Instituto del Mar del Perú (EMARPE). This national institute is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing hydrobiological research.

Colegio Militar Leoncio Prado, located in the district of La Perla.

Club Regatas La Union. Founded in 1891 in the district of La Punta, it is one of the oldest social and sports clubs in Lima.

Perú Yacht Club. Founded in 1932.

Bellavista Shooting Club. Founded in 1910.

Servicio Industrial de la Marina (SIMA). It is the shipyard of the Peruvian Navy, where high quality vessels are constructed.

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