Parks

Los Soldados del Peru Park

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Quiet and residential
Los Soldados del Peru Park, Jirón Melchor de Talamantes 115, Lima 15081, Peru
Interesting facts
1

The park's name translates to 'The Soldiers of Peru,' serving as a site of civic remembrance.

2

The San Isidro district is characterized by a mix of historical residential zoning and modern high-density development.

3

Local urban planning in this area prioritizes 'micro-parks' to mitigate the lack of large-scale green belts in Lima's coastal district.

Overview

Los Soldados del Peru Park is a neighborhood green space located in the San Isidro district of Lima, designed as a commemorative urban area. The park features manicured lawn areas, mature trees providing moderate shade, and paved walkways suitable for local pedestrian traffic. It serves as a recreational buffer zone within the dense residential architecture of the surrounding blocks. The park layout incorporates memorial elements dedicated to Peruvian military history. Its strategic placement serves as a central hub for neighborhood residents to access open-air leisure activities. The environment maintains a standard municipal upkeep schedule typical of San Isidro's park system.

Photo spot

The central memorial plaque and surrounding greenery offer the most representative visual of the park.

Insider tips

Visit during daylight hours to safely navigate the surrounding residential streets.

Bring your own water, as there are no consistent vendor kiosks located directly within the park grounds.

Be aware that the park is primarily a local neighborhood amenity rather than a major tourist attraction.

What to avoid

Do not expect high-tourist infrastructure or significant monumental architecture; avoid visiting at night due to limited lighting in smaller neighborhood parks.

Etiquette

Respect the quiet residential nature of the neighborhood; keep noise levels low.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
30-45 minutes
Best time to visit
Mid-morning on weekdays when the park is quiet and residential activity is low.
Address
Los Soldados del Peru Park, Jirón Melchor de Talamantes 115, Lima 15081, Peru
-12.037, -77.080
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Details
Shade & rest areasLimited benches and mature trees scattered throughout the perimeter.
Park typeUrban neighborhood commemorative park.

Frequently asked

Plan for about 30-45 minutes to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Mid-morning on weekdays when the park is quiet and residential activity is low..

The central memorial plaque and surrounding greenery offer the most representative visual of the park.

Close by you'll find Park of the Legends Zoo, Lima Main Square, Larco Museum.

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