The Andean Baroque Route Private Tour
The Andean Baroque Route Private Tour
The Andean Baroque Route Private Tour
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The Andean Baroque Route is located along the road from Cusco to Puno, where you will visit the main churches of that time, which are still frequented by locals, as the temple of the Company of Jesus. However, the most impressive church is in Andahuaylillas, and is known as the Sistine Chapel of America because of the stunning art on its walls and ceilings, sculptures and retablos. In addition, you will discover two wonders of the 17th century, the church of Huaro with its magnificent altarpieces, murals and paintings showing scenes of life after death; and the Canincunca Chapel, facing the mysterious Lake Urcos, built on prehispanic ruins. Its murals reflect Andean textile designs and the bond between the Pachamama, linked to the productivity of crops and animals, and the Virgin Mary, protector of the human race. This visit will allow you to learn more about the various ways the Spaniards tried to introduce the natives to a new world of religious beliefs.
Itinerary
Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedA Jesuit church, located in the Main Square of Cusco. This Church is one of the most significant temples in Andean Baroque style.Chapel of Our Lady of Purified Canincunca
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe hermitage of Canincunca was dedicated to the Virgin of Candelaria. It was built with the purpose of evangelizing indigenous people. Its construction dates from the beginning of the 17th century.Templo San Juan Bautista de Huaro
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedBuilt at the end of the XVI century and the beginning of the XVII century by Jesuits. The Church preserve magnificent altarpieces, murals and paintings showing scenes of life after death. Inside, the Renaissance altar is among the oldest of Peru.San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas
50 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe San Pedro de Andahuaylillas church was built by the Jesuits in the late 16th century. The decoration of its interiors is the most impressive of the enclosure. It has a collection of canvases from the Cusqueña School that represents the life of San Pedro: with gold leaf frames, a majestic organ, silver metalwork and a baroque altar.
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