Peruvian Franciscan Monastery and St. Francis Cathedral
An important religious complex located in the historical center of Lima, the capital of Peru. Founded by Fr é d é ric Francisco de la Cruz of the Franciscan Order in 1546, it is one of the oldest religious buildings in Lima. Renowned for its Spanish Baroque architectural style, the interior decoration is magnificent and boasts many precious artworks and historical relics. In addition, the library houses approximately 25000 volumes of ancient books, some of which date back to the 16th century. In 1988, the monastery and church were listed as a World Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO, becoming important cultural and religious symbols in Peru and even Latin America.
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