Cathedral of Lima, Cathedral and museum in Plaza Mayor, Peru.
The Cathedral of Lima is a place of worship on the east side of Plaza Mayor in Lima, Peru, with a yellow stone facade and two towers at the corners. The main entrance features a carved portal with religious figures and a rose window above.
The first church on this site opened in 1535, but earthquakes destroyed it several times over the following centuries. The current building was completed in 1778 and renovated after further damage in the 1900s.
The five naves inside form a large interior space with carved wooden choir stalls from the 1600s that are still used for services. Religious paintings from the colonial period line the walls, created by both local and European artists.
The building is open during morning hours and early afternoon, with a short break at midday. Visitors should keep shoulders and knees covered, and the museum is located in the rear section of the building.
The chapel to the right of the main entrance holds a glass coffin containing the remains of the city's founder. Silver benches near the front date from the 1700s and are used only during special ceremonies.
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