Location Peru Criteria i, iv UNESCO World Heritage Site inscription 2000 | Type Cultural Reference 1016 | |
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UNESCO region Latin America and the Caribbean Hotels Hotel San Agustin Posada Del Monasterio Arequipa Restaurants Zig Zag Restaurant, Chicha, Polleria Pio Pio, Pura Fruta, Crepisimo Similar Museo Santuarios Andinos, Santa Catalina Monastery, Molino de SabandÃa, Plaza de Armas Arequipa, Misti | ||
In December 2000, UNESCO declared the historical center of Arequipa a World Heritage Site, stating the following:
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Map of Historical Center, Arequipa, Peru
"The historical center of Arequipa is an example of ornamented architecture, represents a masterpiece of the creative coalition of European and native characteristics. A colonial town challenged by the conditions of nature, the indigenous influences, the conquest process and evangelism as well as for a spectacular natural scenario."
Description
The historic centre of Arequipa, built in volcanic sillar rock, represents an integration of European and native building techniques and characteristics, expressed in the admirable work of colonial masters and Criollo and Indian masons. This combination of influences is illustrated by the city's robust walls, archways and vaults, courtyards and open spaces, and the intricate Baroque decoration of its facades.
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Historic Centre of Arequipa Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA