Casa de las Trece Monedas, Colonial heritage building in Lima District, Peru.
This 18th-century structure displays French Rococo architectural elements with decorative floral cornices, curved windows, and an ornate doorway featuring Renaissance mascarons and detailed stonework.
Originally built during the Viceregal period and owned by the López-Flores family who held the title of Counts of Puente Pelayo, the building was reconstructed in 1780 after suffering damage from major earthquakes in 1687 and 1746.
The building currently houses the National Afro-Peruvian Museum since 2009, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the heritage, music, dance, and history of African descendants in Peru.
Declared Cultural Heritage of Peru in 1972 and National Monument in 1973, visitors can explore the museum exhibitions and guided tours that explain the building's architectural features and historical significance.
The name derives from the thirteen coins displayed on the López-Flores family coat of arms, and local legends speak of hidden treasures supposedly buried beneath its walls.
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