Iglesia y Convento de la Merced

By Rick Segreda

By Rick Segreda

The Church and Convent of Mercy was originally built in 1535, making it one of the oldest religious institutions in South America. It was rebuilt after an earthquake took it down in 1654 and is still host to the white-robed Order of Mercy priesthood. The impressively designed courtyard and select rooms, all filled with centuries-old religious art (including a 16th century menorah), are open to general public. The wall murals were originally reproductions of Catholic iconography from the order's home in Seville, Spain, and they include what may be considered a very controversial depiction of the Virgin Mary. This is essential touring for appreciating Cusco's colonial past.

Location:

Manta 121

Museum Types:
Archaeology, History, Art, Historical museum, Archaeology, Anthropology, ethnography, Art museum, Cultural, History, Art

Travel Tips: Closed Noon - 2:00

Price Description:

$1

Relative price: Budget

Open Hours from:8 a.m.

Open Hours to:5 p.m.

Days Closed:Sunday

Travel Skills: None

Contact Information:
Phone: 51-84-231-821

By Ricardo Segreda

Growing up in New York, Rick Segreda used to cut out of high school in order to hang out at the Museum of Modern Art and catch foreign-language...

Created: 03 Mar 2007

Updated: 30 Oct 2009

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