Lima: Baroque Architecture
Places and attractions in the Baroque architecture category
Categories
- Museum
- History museum
- Church
- Shopping
- Shopping centre
- Park
- Baroque architecture
- Historical place
- Art museum
- Art gallery
- Palace
- Specialty museum
- Concerts and shows
- Theater
- Archaeological museum
- Hispanic colonial architecture
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Square
- Archaeological site
- Universities and schools
- Arenas and stadiums
Government Palace
Palace and official presidential residence The Government Palace of Peru, also known as the "House of Pizarro," is a grand edifice located in the historic center of Lima. This stately building serves as the official residence and office of the President of Peru, and it stands as a symbol of political power...
Iglesia de Santa Liberata
Nestled in the historic Rímac District of Lima, Peru, the Iglesia de Santa Liberata stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage of the region. This church, though perhaps not as renowned as some of its counterparts, carries a unique charm and an air of...
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist
Ornate Catholic church with a museum Nestled within the historic heart of Lima, Peru, stands the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, a monumental testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. Renowned for its Spanish colonial beauty and religious...
Centro Cultural de San Marcos
The Centro Cultural de San Marcos is a beacon of culture and history nestled in the heart of Lima, Peru. Located within the historic premises of the National University of San Marcos, the oldest university in the Americas, this cultural center stands as a testament...
Monastery of San Francisco
Baroque Catholic church with catacombs The Monastery of San Francisco is a historic and architectural treasure nestled in the heart of Lima, Peru. This colonial-era church and convent, dating back to the late 16th century, is renowned for its stunning baroque style and intricate catacombs that lie beneath...
Palacio de Torre Tagle
Government building in a historic palace The Palacio de Torre Tagle is a building built during the colonial era of Peru that currently serves as the main headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru.
Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced
The Minor Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced is a Roman Catholic church located in Lima, Peru. It was designed in the Baroque style known as Churrigueresque. The church was built under the supervision of Friar Miguel de Orenes in 1535.
Church of San Agustín
The Basilica and Convent of San Agustín is located in the historic centre of Lima, in front of the square of the same name, and a few blocks from the Plaza Mayor of the capital. Its care is, since its foundation, run by the Augustinian friars, and belongs to the Province of Our Lady of Grace of Peru.
Sanctuary of Las Nazarenas
The Sanctuary and Monastery of Las Nazarenas is a church in Lima and is the site of the Peruvian Catholic procession of the Lord of Miracles, Señor de los Milagros, who is also the patron of the city.