A statue of a Spanish conquistador has controversially been reinstated in the centre of Peru’s capital city, bucking the anti-colonialist global trend. The decision to refurbish and return Francisco Pizarro on his horse was met with a backlash from indigenous people who have campaigned for relics of colonial Spain to be removed.

A bronze statue of Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, removed from Lima's main square 22 years ago, was unveiled Saturday during celebrations for the city's 490th anniversary.

Pope Francis has taken the remarkable step of dissolving a Peruvian-based Catholic movement, the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae.

Effigy of soldier who conquered Peru after slaughtering the Incas reinstated in heart of city – but indigenous people brand it an ‘insult’

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Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will perform next week in Lima amid heavy security measures, as part of a show that will also include a presentation of artists from Uruguay, Argentina and Colombia, in addition to the match against the current two-time national champion,

In their investigation into the Catholic movement Sodalitium Christianae Vitae, Vatican officials uncovered “sadistic” sect-like abuses of power, authority and spirituality.

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A statue of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro has been reinstalled in the centre of Peru's capital Lima, more than 20 years after it was removed. The sculpture was unveiled during a ceremony marking the 490th anniversary of the city's founding.

Comprising 12 countries, as well as French Guiana, the vast and varied continent is home to some wonderful sights, like the awe-inspiring Iguaçu Falls, as well as world wonders like Machu Picchu and Uyuni Salt Flat and some seriously exciting cities with great spots for foodies.