Lima's Plaza Mayor is the most important place to see regarding this city's history and current daily life... and lifestyle: Lima was founded here by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535, in the land that previously was owned by indigenous Taulichusco chief. Nowadays you can admire its historical buildings, like Lima's Cathedral, the Archbishopric Palace, the Government's Palace, or the Lima Municipality, as well as an ancient brass water fountain. It's a good spot to start your explorations of this city. Adding its historical significance, the Independence of Peru was proclaimed here, in 1821. And you can find some very good restaurants in the vicinity.