Santa Rosa Church, Arequipa
Located on San Pedro Street, Iglesia de Santa Rosa is a small church that was once part of the Santa Rosa Monastery founded in 1747 by Dominican nuns. Arequipa’s traditional architectural style is reflected in the white ashlar stone of the church's walls. The prevalence of this stone is most likely why the city of Arequipa is sometimes called the “white city”. With numerous arches, pillars and towers, the complex resembles an old castle. Here you can also enjoy stunning views of the volcano.
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Santa Rosa Church on Map
Sight Name: Santa Rosa Church
Sight Location: Arequipa, Peru (See walking tours in Arequipa)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Arequipa, Peru (See walking tours in Arequipa)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Arequipa, Peru
Create Your Own Walk in Arequipa
Creating your own self-guided walk in Arequipa is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Arequipa Introduction Walking Tour
Capital of the eponymous region of Peru, Arequipa is a colonial-era city rich in architecture built of the volcanic stone provided by three neighboring volcanoes. The historic downtown area of Arequipa is dominated by Plaza de Armas complete with a plethora of ancient churches located nearby, of which the most notable is the 17th-century Basilica Cathedral. This orientation tour will walk you... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Historical Churches
Colonists from Spain brought to Peru and Arequipa the power of Catholicism, which is beautifully reflected today in the splendid architectural designs of Arequipa's numerous places of worship. Arequipa’s churches are among the most striking in Peru. Take this self-guided walking tour to explore the city's religious heritage.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles