Arequipa Cathedral Arequipa, Peru

Facade
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Built in 1656 and reconstructed after an 1868 earthquake, Arequipa Cathedral is a fine example of Spanish colonial architecture and is especially notable for its immense size.

Location map of Arequipa Cathedral, Arequipa, Peru. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Arequipa Cathedral, Arequipa, Peru. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Arequipa, Peru
Coordinates
16.3981250° S, 71.5366760° W map · aerial
Date(s)
1656; 1868

Article Info

Page Title
Arequipa Cathedral
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
April 15, 2024