Mansion of the Founder

Location:
Huasacache, via Paisajista
Arequipa, Peru

Cultural Tour

By Ricardo Segreda

Its name in Spanish translates into "The Mansion of the Founder," the "founder" being Don Garcí Manuel de Carbajal, who was among many knights order by Francisco Pizarro to establish cities across Peru as a means of consolidating the territory under Spanish rule. Don Carbajal’s accomplished a relatively peaceful settlement in this high and dry region, and this was his mansion. It was later appropriated by the Jesuits and then by a captain in the Spanish army. It fell into disuse and neglect before being restored by landmark preservationists in 1978, and its exquisite historical architecture, artwork, and furnishings preserve five hundreds worth of Peruvian history. It is about 12 miles (20 km) from the Plaza de Armas, in the peaceable pueblo of Huasacache, and can be accessed by municipal buses, tour buses, and taxis.

Price Description: $3

Open Hours from:10 a.m.

Open Hours to:5 p.m.

Travel Skills: None

Contact Information:
Phone: 51-54-442-460