states: [mexico]
category: cultural
year: 1996
location: Etat Querétaro, municipalité de Querétaro
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: 20.5833333300, -100.3666667000
last visited: 2023
unesco id: 792
world heritage site: 792
Querétaro, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico, is renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture, featuring a historic center with cobblestone streets, ornate churches, and elegant plazas. Founded in 1531, it blends indigenous and Spanish influences, evident in landmarks like the Aqueduct of Querétaro and the Church of Santa Rosa de Viterbo. The city played a key role in Mexico’s independence movement, hosting significant historical events. Today, it’s a cultural hub, attracting visitors with its charm, vibrant festivals, and rich history.