Spanish Conquistador Statue Reinstated in Lima Amid Controversy
2025-01-19
BBC
The reinstatement of the statue of Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro in central Lima has sparked controversy, with indigenous leaders condemning him as a mass murderer who destroyed their culture, while supporters argue that Peru's history should not be erased. Peru's complex past is marked by the clash of cultures, with the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire in 1535 having a lasting impact on the country's heritage and identity. This historical event has become a topic of debate, with some advocating for the preservation of historical landmarks and others pushing for a more nuanced understanding of Peru's colonial past and its legacy of cultural destruction.
