Lima Cathedral

Colonial Peruvian landmark.

Overview

Lima Cathedral, using stone, is a 16th-century cathedral in Lima, Peru.

Core Characteristics

• Baroque facade, vaults.
• Ornate interiors, chapels.
• Colonial aesthetic.

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 16th century.
• Religious: Cathedral.
• Colonial Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Central to Peru’s colonial heritage.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Nave (element), Baroque (movement)