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Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy, Lima

4.8
#15 of 42 in Historic Sites in Lima
Church · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
Marvel at the grand 16th century architecture of Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy. Originally constructed of wood, the church now features a baroque facade that was carved from adobe and brick in 1591. Inside you'll find works of art decorating the walls, stone arcades and columns, and a statue standing in the middle of the church. The artwork hanging on the wall tells the story of the church’s founder, Fray Muguel de Orenes, whose remains are housed in the church. Make Basilica of Our Lady of Mercy part of your personalized Lima itinerary using our Lima online holiday planner.
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  • By Unelma333
    You can see this church while walking the Jiron de la Union, a walking street full of shops and restaurants, between Plaza San Martin and Plaza Mayor. It dates back originally from the 16th century...  more »
  • By Linda Y
    This historic Catholic Church dating to 1535 is located on Union Street, between Plaza San Martin and Plaza de Armas. It is designed in the Baroque style known as Churrigueresque (elaborate stucco...  more »
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