Santa Catalina Monastery

Santa Catalina monastery a must see place in Arequipa.  Peru.
This is a detail from the multicoloured walls. Oranges,reds,blues, a fascinating  wander through a large and impressive complex, founded in the 16th century..

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Santa Catalina monastery a must see place in Arequipa.  Peru.
This is a detail from the multicoloured walls. Oranges,reds,blues, a fascinating  wander through a large and impressive complex, founded in the 16th century..

#BVSBlue
Una pequeña cuidad dentro de la cuidad. El monasterio me sorprendió y de buena forma. Se recomienda pagar por un guía ya que si haces el recorrido solo no entenderás nada. 
Lo que mas me gusto: los hornos, la cocina en general, y esta calle. Calle Córdoba, blanca con las características flores rojas.
This 16th century monastery is a joy to explore, especially with a camera. It's a total maze and a riot of colour. Join a guided tour and learn all about the strict lives of the nuns who lived there. 

Entry is 40 soles, or about US$12. Guided tours are 20 sole extra per group. #Red
Monasterio de Santa Catalina


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