Latin American

Architecture with colonial churches and indigenous ruins.

Overview

Latin American architecture, using stone and brick, features colonial churches and pre-Columbian ruins, prominent in Mexico and Peru.

Core Characteristics

• Baroque colonial churches.
• Stone indigenous ruins.
• Colonial prevalence.

Notable Examples

• Chichen Itza (Mexico, 7th century).
• Lima Cathedral (Peru, 1604).

Architectural Connections

• Colonial: Religious focus.
• Religious: Churches.
• Latin American Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Latin American craftsmen, it blends indigenous and colonial styles.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Arch (element), Colonial Architecture (movement)