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Temples Arequipa

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Thanks to the ashlar stone used in the construction of this city, its churches have special characteristics in their exterior view. Visiting them is a must for every good tourist.

The Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa

Considered one of the first religious monuments of the 17th century in the city. Built with volcanic stone in neo-Renaissance style with some French influence.

La Compania de Jesus Church

DESCRIPTION It was built by Gaspar Báez in 1578, which collapsed in the earthquake of 1582. Eight years later the Jesuit Diego Felipe began the…

San Agustín Church

DESCRIPTION The Augustinian Fathers arrived in Arequipa in 1572 and two years later founded the convent. The construction began in 1575, but was delayed for…

San Francisco Church

DESCRIPTION Once the Franciscans arrived in Arequipa in 1551, the church was erected poorly and provisionally, because in the place of the first church was…
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