Puno, Peru

Cathedral Basilica of St. Charles Borromeo

Cathedral Basilica of St. Charles Borromeo, Puno

Completed in 1757 on Puno's main square, this cathedral basilica showcases mestizo Andean Baroque carving. Dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo, it is one of the finest churches on the Altiplano plateau, with a deeply worked stone facade that blends Christian and Andean motifs.

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Location

Coordinates: -15.84111, -70.02917

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