Historic Monuments Zone of Querétaro

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The Historic Monuments Zone of Querétaro: A Blend of Cultures and Architectural Masterpieces

The Historic Monuments Zone of Querétaro, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, offers a unique blend of cultures and architectural marvels that make it a must-visit destination in Mexico. Situated in the heart of the state of Querétaro, this colonial town stands out due to its harmonious coexistence of the geometric street plan of the Spanish conquerors and the winding alleys of the indigenous quarters.

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UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site

The old colonial town of Querétaro is unusual in having retained the geometric street plan of the Spanish conquerors side by side with the twisting alleys of the Indian quarters. The Otomi, the Tarasco, the Chichimeca and the Spanish lived together peacefully in the town, which is notable for the many ornate civil and religious Baroque monuments from its golden age in the 17th and 18th centuries.

UNESCO Justification of the World Heritage Site

The Committee decided to inscribe the nominated property on the basis of cultural criteria (ii) and (iv) considering that the site is of outstanding universal value and an exceptional example of a colonial town whose layout symbolizes its multi- ethnic population. It is also endowed with a wealth of outstanding buildings, notably from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Encyclopedia Record: Querétaro (city)

Santiago de Querétaro, most commonly known as Querétaro, is the capital and largest city of the state of Querétaro, located in central Mexico. It is part of the macroregion of Bajío. It is 213 kilometers (132 mi) northwest of Mexico City, 63 kilometers (39 mi) southeast of San Miguel de Allende and 200 kilometers (120 mi) south of San Luis Potosí. It is also the seat of the municipality of Querétaro, divided into seven boroughs. In 1996, the historic center of Querétaro was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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