Parque de la Reserva
Lima
Parque de la Reserva is a historic urban park located in downtown Lima, Peru, spanning eight hectares and designed in a neo-classical style by French architect Claude Sahut. Established between major city avenues, it features numerous sculptures by Peruvian artists and honors reservist soldiers from the War of the Pacific. The park's highlight is the Magic Water Circuit, inaugurated in 2007, which holds the world record for the largest fountain complex in a public park, comprising 13 interactive and illuminated fountains synchronized with music and light shows. Notable fountains include the Magic Fountain with jets reaching over 80 meters, the Tunnel Fountain of Surprises, and the Fantasia Fountain known for its laser and picture shows. The park also includes the Casa Sabogal, designed by painter José Sabogal, and a recently added butterfly dome enhancing its recreational and educational offerings. Despite initial criticism over costs and entrance fees, the park has become a symbol of public space revitalization in Lima and a major tourist attraction.
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Astuce: Visit Parque de la Reserva in the evening to enjoy the spectacular illuminated fountain shows, available daily with scheduled multimedia performances. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance online to avoid queues. Children under five enter free, and discounts are available for seniors and people with disabilities. The park is open daily from 3 PM to 10 PM, making late afternoon and evening the best times to visit. Parking is available for a fee nearby.
Faits intéressants
- •Parque de la Reserva holds the Guinness World Record for the largest fountain complex in a public park, featuring 13 computer-controlled fountains.
- •The Magic Fountain in the park shoots water jets over 80 meters high, making it one of the tallest fountain jets worldwide.
- •The park was named 'of the Reserve' to honor reservist troops who defended Lima in the War of the Pacific.
- •The Fantasia Fountain is 120 meters long and regularly hosts synchronized laser and picture shows with music.
- •The park includes the Casa Sabogal, designed by renowned Peruvian painter José Sabogal.
- •The recently inaugurated butterfly dome (Mariposario) offers visitors an interactive experience with native butterfly species, enhancing the park's educational value.
Histoire
The land originally belonged to the Santa Beatriz estate and was part of the nearby Park of the Exposition before urban development.
Construction of Parque de la Reserva began in 1926 by order of President Augusto B.
LeguĂa and was completed in 1929.
The park was named to honor reservist soldiers who fought in the Battles of San Juan and Chorrillos and Miraflores during the War of the Pacific.
The area once housed the old National Stadium, replaced in 1952 by the current one.
In 1980, the park was declared an Urban Monumental Environment, and its perimeter was fenced to preserve its integrity.
In 2007, the Magic Water Circuit was inaugurated, revitalizing the park and establishing it as a major cultural and recreational landmark.
Guide du lieu
Magic Water Circuit2007
A complex of 13 technologically advanced fountains featuring interactive water displays, music, colorful lighting, and laser shows. The circuit includes the tallest fountain jets, walk-through water tunnels, and automated children's fountains, providing a unique sensory experience.
Casa Sabogal1920s
An architecturally notable building within the park designed by the Peruvian painter José Sabogal, representing Andean cultural motifs and serving as an artistic landmark.
Fantasia Fountain2007
A 120-meter-long fountain known for its regularly scheduled laser and picture shows synchronized with music, offering a spectacular multimedia experience.
Mariposario (Butterfly Dome)2023
A dome-shaped butterfly conservatory featuring gardens and flowers that allow visitors to interact with native butterfly species, designed to educate about local fauna and promote conservation.
Contact
Téléphone: (01) 4240827