Tucked away in the bustling back streets of Quito's Old Town, among the cevicherias and traditional tiendas, sits the understated Iglesia San Roque. A white-washed colonial building first constructed in 1596, this pretty church was added to throughout the 20th century but retains its original character and quiet charm. By no means outstanding in comparison to other churches in the area, San Roque is nonetheless worth a peek if you are passing by. If the church door is locked, it is possible to ask in the adjacent office for a free tour (in Spanish) of the interior, from 6 a.m -11 a.m and between 3 p.m-5 p.m. The walls host carefully painted religious symbols in light colors, while a proud picture of the “Nuestra Signora de la Borradora” (or “Nuestra Señora del Rosario”) hangs opposite the painting of San Roque himself. The church's congregation helps to donate food and clothes to the poor each Sunday, and on May 11th to 13th special festivities are held in the courtyard to celebrate the Virgin.

Location:
Chimborazo and Avenue 24 de Mayo
Centro Histórico, Quito, Ecuador

Historical Building

Price Description: Free entry

Open Hours from:6 a.m-11 a.m

Open Hours to:3 p.m-6 p.m

Travel Skills: None

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