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What is a Lima fruit in English?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sweet limes, botanically classified as Citrus limettiodes, are small citrus fruits that belong to the Rutaceae family. Also known as Lima dulce, Persian Sweet lime, Indian Sweet lime, and Palestinian Sweet lime, Sweet limes are thought to be a hybrid of a Mexican lime and a sweet lemon or citron. What is a Mexican lima? […]

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What does Lima mean in military terms?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Lima Charlie – Loud and Clear. Mikes – Minutes. November Golf – NG or No Go (fail) Oscar-Mike – On the Move. What does Lima stand for? LIMA Acronym Definition LIMA Local Internet Marketing Association LIMA Light Mobility Aircraft (US Air Force) LIMA Laser Induced Mass Analysis LIMA Licensing Industry Manufacturer’s Association What does Lima […]

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Why is Lima Peru called the city of kings?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 on the Catholic holiday of Epiphany, when the Three Kings visited the baby Jesus, and was therefore known as Ciudad de los Reyes or City of the Kings. What is the city of Lima known for? A part from it’s awe-inspiring historical attractions, Lima is also renowned […]

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What is the Lima flag?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The flag of Lima (and the surrounding province) consists of a gold background. The city seal is shown in the center of the flag. The motto on the coat of arms is “Hoc signum vere regum est”, loosely translated from Latin as “Truly this is the sign of the king”, referring to Christ’s dominion. What […]

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How long is the bus ride from Cusco to Machu Picchu?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

This route takes approximately 4 hours one way, and once you arrive to Aguas Calientes there is a 30-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu. How long does it take from Cusco to Machu Picchu? It takes about 5H to travel from Cusco to Machu Picchu each way. The good news is that once you […]

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What is Lima Ohio named for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Lima was founded in 1831 as a county seat which was mandated by the Ohio legislature. It got its name from Patrick G. Goode, who was a judge. He insisted on the Spanish pronunciation “Lee-mah” after the capital city of Peru, but the pronunciation — “Lye-mah” — won. Are there black people in Lima Ohio? […]

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Is Lima Peru named after limes?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

A common misconception in Latin America is that the city of Lima is named after the lime fruit.In reality, however, the origins of the name have nothing to do with fruit or seafood. Rather, they are the result of a series of mispronunciations and linguistic bastardizations that occurred hundreds of years ago. How did Lima […]

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What does Lima Charlie stand for?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Loud and Clear. “Lima Charlie” is representative of the letters “L” and “C” in the NATO alphabet, which when used together in military parlance stands for “Loud and Clear”. What does Charlie mic stand for? Continue MissionJun 1, 2020. Charlie Mike. This military term is code for Continue Mission—pushing through adversity no matter the difficulties. […]

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What does Lima mean in dog training?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

least intrusive, minimally aversive. “LIMA” is an acronym for the phrase “least intrusive, minimally aversive.” LIMA describes a trainer or behavior consultant who uses the least intrusive, minimally aversive strategy out of a set of humane and effective tactics likely to succeed in achieving a training or behavior change objective. What are Lima principles? DEFINITION: […]

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What percent of Lima Ohio is black?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

25.41%. Lima Demographics White: 64.84% Black or African American: 25.41% What percentage of the Ohio population is black? 12.41%Ohio Demographics White: 81.30% Black or African American: 12.41% What is Lima Ohio named after? Lima is the county seat of Allen County, Ohio. Established in 1831, the community’s first white resident was Absalom Brown.Lima became the […]

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What language is Lima?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Languages of Peru Official Spanish, Quechua, Aymara Foreign Peru Signed Peruvian Sign Language What is Peru’s native language? SpanishAround 84% of Peruvians speak Spanish, the official national language. Even so, over 26% of the population speaks a first language other than Spanish. Quechua is the second most commonly spoken language (13%), followed by Aymara (2%), […]

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Is Lima a nice place to live?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Lima and the surrounding capital district are home to most expats in the country. They are attracted by job and business opportunities, the vibrant cultural attractions, the wonderful cuisine, and often, love. Many Peruvian-American couples can be found around the country and Lima is no exception. Is Lima a safe place to live? Lima has […]

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Is Lima a noun?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The capital of Peru. Is Lima a word? Yes, lima is in the scrabble dictionary. What LIMA means? Definition of ‘Lima’ 1. the capital of Peru, near the Pacific coast on the Rímac River: the centre of Spanish colonization in South America; university founded in 1551 (the oldest in South America); an industrial centre with […]

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How long does it take to adjust to altitude in Cusco?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Mild altitude sickness should not interfere too much with your normal activity on your Peru trip. Symptoms are usually felt within 12 – 24 hours of arrival and tend to subside within 3 days. How long does it take to acclimate to altitude Cusco? How many days to acclimate in Cusco? The short answer is […]

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Is there a Lima in Spain?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Spanish city of Lima was founded by Pizarro on Jan. 18, 1535, as the Ciudad de los Reyes (“City of the Kings”).From the late 17th to the mid-19th century, however, Lima grew extremely slowly in both area and population. The city was devastated by a powerful earthquake in 1746. Is Lima in Spain? The […]

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