Historic Centre of Zacatecas World Heritage Site

Official name

Historic Centre of Zacatecas | UNESCO

Country

Mexico | Map

Continent

North America

Location

Zacatecas State, Zacatecas Municipality
22.7666° Lat, -102.5555° Lon | Map

Code

676

Time Zone

America/Mexico_City (CST, -0600)

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Category

Cultural

Description

Inscribed 1993. Founded in 1546 after the discovery of a rich silver lode, Zacatecas reached the height of its prosperity in the 16th and 17th centuries. Built on the steep slopes of a narrow valley, the town has breathtaking views and there are many old buildings, both religious and civil. The cathedral, built between 1730 and 1760, dominates the centre of the town. It is notable for its harmonious design and the Baroque profusion of its façades, where European and indigenous decorative elements are found side by side.