The origins of the emblematic architecture of Yucatan

His Colonial Period It occurred in the middle of the 16th century When at the same time that the city was founded, the urban norms of Spain were established at that time, and thus remained until the end of the 19th century.

The city began to organize hierarchical mode and a form to Save was with simple architecture of smooth walls and few details.

Mérida Zócalo.

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The beginning of a new century was approaching and the peoples of Mérida began to expand. Locations such as Sán Cristobal were added to the map and wealth concentrated on the capital.

At that time the houses were simple, with Italian inpiration and details with quarry.

Church of San Bernardino founded in 1552 in Valladolid, Mexico.

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