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Square · Piura, Piura
Plaza de Armas of Piura
Piura's main square, shaded by century-old tamarind trees, with the statue of Liberty known as La Pola, a gift from President José Balta in 1870, and the cathedral, originating at the end of the 16th century.
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About Plaza de Armas of Piura
The Plaza de Armas is the starting point for any walk through Piura. Tamarind trees planted more than a century ago shade the benches, an advantage in a city where the heat lasts all year. Around it are the city hall and the cathedral.
In the center of the square is the statue of Liberty, which locals call La Pola. The female figure is an allegory of liberty and was presented to the city by President José Balta in 1870.
The cathedral, on calle Huancavelica, originated as a church in 1588, dedicated to the Virgin of the Assumption and Saint Michael the Archangel. Inside, the churrigueresque altarpiece of the Virgin of Fátima, carved in cedar and covered in gold, is considered one of the first of its kind in Peru. The main altar was rebuilt after the 1912 earthquake by the Spanish sculptor Julián Alagua.
Next door, on the same calle Huancavelica, the Ignacio Merino exhibition hall of the Central Reserve Bank displays works by the Piuran painter and pieces of the Vicús culture.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour for the square and the cathedral.
Best time
Early in the morning or late afternoon, when the heat is lower. The cathedral is closed during some worship hours; check before your visit.
How to get there
It is located in Piura's historic center and is within walking distance from accommodations in the central area. From the airport it is a few minutes by taxi.
Tip
Stop by the Ignacio Merino exhibition hall next to the cathedral and continue on foot to the Casa Museo Grau, a few blocks away.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Plaza de Armas of Piura
What is La Pola in Piura?
It is the Statue of Liberty in the center of the Plaza de Armas, an allegory of liberty gifted to the city by President José Balta in 1870.
What to see in Piura Cathedral?
The churrigueresque altarpiece of the Virgin of Fátima, carved in cedar and covered in gold, and the main altar rebuilt after the 1912 earthquake.
Is Piura's Plaza de Armas near the Casa Museo Grau?
Yes, a few blocks away. You can walk from one to the other.