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Mercado Central Lima

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Mercado Central de Lima is a historic iron-structured market in downtown Lima, Peru, built in the late 19th century and known for its Chinese-Peruvian chifa food stalls.

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Where is Mercado Central Lima?

Mercado Central Lima is in downtown Lima, Peru. It is a historic market known for its iron structure and busy food stalls.

When was Mercado Central Lima built?

The market was built in the late 19th century. Its historic iron structure remains one of its defining architectural features.

What kind of food is Mercado Central Lima known for?

The market is known for Chinese-Peruvian chifa food stalls. Chifa is the Peruvian culinary tradition that combines Chinese cooking influences with local ingredients and tastes.

Is Mercado Central Lima only a place for prepared meals?

No, it is a traditional central market as well as a food destination. Its importance comes from the combination of everyday market activity, historic architecture, and chifa stalls.

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