French: Centre historique de la ville d’Arequipa
The Historical Centre of the City of Arequipa is a World Heritage site in Peru defined by the UNESCO in 2000 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 117 (546, 381) in our monthly survey..

"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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Criteria:

(i)(iv)

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