These 14 monasteries stand on the slopes of Popocatepetl, to the south-east of Mexico City. They are in an excellent state of conservation and are good examples of the architectural style adopted by the first missionaries – Franciscans, Dominicans and Augustinians – who converted the indigenous populations to Christianity in the early 16th century. They also represent an example of a new architectural concept in which open spaces are of renewed importance. The influence of this style is felt throughout the Mexican territory and even beyond its borders.
Criteria for inclusion as a World Heritage Site
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ii | To exhibit an important interchange of human values, over a span of time or within a cultural area of the world, on developments in architecture or technology, monumental arts, town-planning or landscape design. | All |
iv | To be an outstanding example of a type of building, architectural or technological ensemble or landscape which illustrates (a) significant stage(s) in human history. | All |
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Casino Cosmopolita | 2020 | 34km | site_ao | ||
Cuernavaca Cathedral Murals | 2020 | 35.7km | site_ao | ||
Moctezuma Plaza | 2020 | 35.6km | site_ao | ||
Camino Real Sumiya | 2020 | 31.4km | site_ao | ||
Latrine Poems at Museo de la Natividad | 2019 | 22km | site_ao | ||
Museo Robert Brady | 2019 | 35.6km | site_ao | ||
Chalcatzingo | 2019 | 31.6km | site_ao | ||
Palace of Cortés | 2018 | 35.3km | site_ao |
About the source: UNESCO
Within UNESCO's broad remit, this specialised agency of the UN works towards international cooperation agreements to secure the world's cultural and natural heritage, designating venues of exceptional value as World Heritage Sites.