Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

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8 / 10

4 expert reviews

“Start at the central Plaza de Armas (also called the Plaza Mayor), site of the 17th-century baroque cathedral and the adjacent Archbishop's Palace. ”

– Afar Magazine

Fodor's Fodor's
"This massive square has been the center of the city since 1535." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"At the center of the plaza is an impressive bronze fountain erected in 1650." Full review
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Changing of the guard every day at noon – a ceremonious affair
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The genuine heart of the city during the colonial era, the Plaza de Armas is the site of remarkable colonial edifices, most of which were rebuilt after the damage caused by the earthquake of 1746." Full review

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