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Iglesia de Santa Rosa de Lima, Purmamarca

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#3 of 17 in Historic Sites in Province of Jujuy

#Religious Site, #Tourist Spot

Visit an atmospheric place of worship at Iglesia de Santa Rosa de Lima, a colonial-era structure dating back to the mid-17th century. The church's whitewashed exterior is in keeping with the style of similar buildings from the same period, while the ceiling--made from local cactus plants--adds a rustic and aged charm to the interior. Step inside to find 17th-century paintings depicting scenes from the Bible and the history of Catholicism in the country, including episodes from the life of Santa Rosa de Lima, the first saint native to the New World. The church dominates the main town square along with an impressive tree, said to be more than a thousand years old. Use our Province of Jujuy tour itinerary builder to add Iglesia de Santa Rosa de Lima and other attractions to your Province of Jujuy vacation plans.

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By Cristiano G On March 11, 2018

Los pueblos de origen colonia siempre van a tener su iglesita. Esta es muy linda. Se nota que el pueblo siempre fue carente en muchos aspectos, tanto que su iglesia es de las más humildes de la región... more »

The villages of origin Cologne will always have their little church. This is very nice. Note that the village was always lacking in many respects, so much that his Church is of the humblest of the region. But that does not detract from the effort and care they give to it: is beautiful.

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By Bruno T On March 10, 2018

Una iglesia muy chiquita que cuenta del paso de los españoles por estas tierras. La iglesia cuenta con algunos objetos muy antiguos, como un confesionario que data de la época de los españoles y algun... more »

A very small church which has step of the Spaniards in these parts. The Church has some very old objects, such as a confessional that dates back to the time of the Spaniards and some paintings.

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By Renzo A On March 9, 2018

Esta pequeña Iglesia que data de la época del Virreinato , evoca la tradición y la antigüedad de la época en que fue creada. Sus anchas paredes de 1 metro de espesor y la simpleza con la que fue decor... more »

This small church dating back to the time of the Viceroyalty, evokes the tradition and antiquity of the era in which it was created. Its wide walls 1 meter in thickness and the simplicity with which was decorated like the interior finishes with pictures and minimalist decor, make this a place where you travel back in time and deserves more than to be visited. This small church that dates from the was of the Viceroyalty, evokes the tradition and antiquity of the era in which it was created was. Its wide 1 meter thick walls and the simplicity with which it was decorated, as well as the inside coverings with paintings and minimalist decoration, make this a place where you travel in time and deserves to be visited.

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By Charles Li On December 20, 2017

Very beautiful little church.

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By Jason Kay On March 10, 2016

It's hard to miss this cool white church in the center of town. Worth stopping by to check it out. I also enjoyed the old tree in the courtyard.

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By Gustavo Anderson On December 9, 2017

Una sobria y pura capilla colonial de austera decoración, su techo de tejas españolas es soportado por cabritas de madera. Muy bien mantenida. Una joyita.

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A sober and pure austere decoration, its Spanish tile roof colonial Chapel is supported by wood goats. Very well maintained. A gem.

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By Tomás Jugo On May 7, 2017

Levantarse temprano. Cruzar la plaza. Llegar a la parroquia. Sentarte en silencio. Observar con detenimiento. Sentir. Hermosa experiencia.

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Get up early. Cross the square. Get to the parish. Sit in silence. Observe carefully. Feel. Beautiful experience.

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By augusto lip On July 22, 2017

Muy linda muy bien conservada tiene mas de 500 años

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Very well-preserved linda has more than 500 years

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