Sucre

Sucre
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The Historic City of Sucre is a well-preserved example of the blending of European and local Latin American tradions and styles.

Sucre was founded in 1538 by the Spanish, and named after Antonio José de Sucre (Bolivar's right-hand man). Very much a Spanish city during the colonial era, the narrow streets of the city centre are organised in a grid, reflecting the Andalusian culture that is embodied in the architecture of the city's great houses and numerous convents and churches. For much of its colonial history, Sucre's temperate climate was prefered by the Spanish royalty and wealthy families involved in silver trade coming from Potosí. As most of the colonial buildings in the city centre are whitewashed, the city also enjoys the nickname of "the white city" or "la ciudad blanca."

Year Decision Comments
1991 Inscribed Reasons for inscription

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