Dra. Ileana Vásquez De la Torre

A pioneering figure in Venezuelan heritage conservation, Dra. Ileana Vásquez De la Torre has significantly advanced the preservation of cultural and architectural landmarks, particularly those of religious and earth-based significance. Her expertise spans restoration projects such as the Iglesia San Lorenzo Mártir (estado Sucre) and the Basílica Nuestra Señora del Valle, alongside her leadership in developing inventories like the Inventario de Bienes Inmuebles and diagnostic studies for sites like Casa de la Hacienda La Trinidad. As a key member of ICOMOS and ICOFORT, she has contributed to international discourse on heritage conservation while serving as an academic leader, training future professionals through programs in Venezuela and Ecuador. Her ongoing work at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, underscores her commitment to integrating modern conservation practices with historical integrity.

Hayakawa Casas, J. (2024). Dra. Ileana Vásquez De la Torre. Devenir - Revista de Estudios Sobre Patrimonio Edificado, 11(21). https://doi.org/10.21754/devenir.v11i21.2215