Plaza de Armas de Lima or Plaza Mayor is the historical center of Lima. This is the original city center, founded in 1535, although almost all of the original structures were lost in the earthquake of 1746. The only original structure remaining in Lima's Plaza de Armas is the bronze fountain in the center, built in 1651. This main square was reconstructed following the quake and is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The oldest building in the Plaza de Armas is the Cathedral on the eastern side, which was rebuilt shortly after the earthquake. The square is also surrounded by the Archbishop's Palace, the Casa del Oidor, and the Palacio del Gobierno. (Description thanks to www.planetware.com
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