Faculty of Architecture, Lima

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The Faculty of Architecture, Urbanism and Arts commonly referred as FAUA is one of the eleven constituent faculties of the National University of Engineering located in Lima, Peru. It was founded in 1910 as the Special Section of Builders Architects making it the first school of architecture to be established in Peru. The faculty is traditionally known as one of the leading schools of architecture in Peru because it paved the way of architecture in the country. Also, it is an accredited school by the Royal Institute of British Architects. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 12°1'21"S, 77°3'1"W

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Nearby attractions include: Iglesia de Santa Liberata, Casa de Osambela, Church of San Agustín, Casa de Correos y Telegrafos.

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Museum
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