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Colonial Latin American

European-indigenous blend.

Overview

Colonial Latin American architecture, using adobe and stone, flourished 16th–19th century.

Core Characteristics

  • Baroque ornamentation, courtyards.
  • European-indigenous fusion.
  • Colonial aesthetic.

Notable Examples

  • Cuzco Cathedral (Peru, 17th century).

Architectural Connections

  • Historical: 16th–19th century.
  • Religious, Civic: Churches, haciendas.
  • Baroque: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Shaped Latin American identity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Adobe Construction (technique), Syncretism (theory), Courtyard (element), Baroque (movement)