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Monuments in Cajamarca comprises of historical landmarks, museums and churches. Located in the northern part of the country, Cajamarca attracts many visitors from all parts of the world. Tourists will love to see the beautiful monuments, some of which also ranks as world’s best preserved monuments. These Monuments in Cajamarca are easily accessible by local transports and some lie at close a distance and can be easily visited by walking.
Given below is a list of the important Cajamarca Monuments. Tourists can avail the Cajamarca tours, which are convenient way of traveling to these places.
Plaza de Armas or the Main Square:
It is one of the greatest historical monuments in the country. Plaza de Armas signifies the meeting of two cultures. Plaza de Armas located in the place where the execution of Inca Atahualpa took place.
Cathedral:
Tourists can locate this Cathedral, which is on one part of the city’s main square. Constructed in the 17th century, the façade of the Cathedral is a sophisticated model of Baroque art. The arcades, cornices, arabesque work and vaulted niches mesmerize the visitors. The main altar has the covering in gold leaf.
Iglesia de San Francisco:
The city also has a convent of the same name and this is an integral part of the convent. It includes precious pieces of art like images, icons and religious paintings. In addition, a museum in this campus has collection of Colonial religious art.
Conjunto Monumental Belén:
The construction of Conjunto Monumental Belén dates around 18th century. It is a historic monument of the colonial period. A fine example of Spanish American Baroque, this monument is a symbolic representation of the cultural face of Cajamarca.
Iglesia de La Recoleta:
Built in the 17 th century, this is located in the famous area of San Sebastián in the city. A sober façade carved in stone and adorned by triple arches is present.
El Cuarto del Rescate:
One of the famous monuments in Cajamarca, it symbolizes the get-together of two worlds and the only indication of Inca architecture there.
Some more important attractions in Cajamarca are as follows:
- Baños del Inca.
- Colina Santa Apolonia.
- Ventanillas de Otuzco.
- La Colpa.
- Pariamarca.
- Aylambo Center.
- Cumbemayo.
- Combayo
- Huanbocancha and Porcón.
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