Bell towers - Catedral de Lima - Lima, Peru - Bell Towers on Waymarking.com

The construction of the cathedral began in 1535 and was completed in 1649. It is dedicated to St. John, apostle and evangelist.

In keeping with the majority of cathedrals the front facade has three large doorways. The main or central gateway is called the Portada del Perdón or the "door of forgiveness". Above the doorway is the Peruvian seal and the phrase "Plus Ultra" rather than Lima's coat-of-arms.

The two high towers with spire of slate, are neoclassical with stylistic influences of the school "El Escorial" and of northern Europe.

Between 1794 and 1797 the current bell towers of the cathedral, which were left unfinished, are rebuilt being finished by the Presbyter Matthias Master.

In the left tower is the bell called “la Cantabria”, which weighs 300 quintals and was founded in Lima. On the right “La Purísima”, of 150 quintals, and “la Vieja”, of 55 quintals.

Source: Wikipedia (visit link)

Address of Tower: Jirón Carabaya, Lima, Peru 15001 Still Operational: yes Number of bells in tower?: 3 Relevant website?: [Web Link] Rate tower: Tours or visits allowed in tower?: Unknown

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