Religious site
Basilica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
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The Basilica and Convent of San Francisco is a sprawling 17th-century religious complex in central Lima. Visitors tour ornate cloisters, a richly stocked library with thousands of antique volumes, and the famous catacombs beneath the church, where an estimated 25,000 people were buried. The site offers a fascinating glimpse into colonial religious life and Lima's history.
Don't miss
- Descend into the catacombs to see bone-lined ossuaries.
- Admire the Moorish-influenced tilework in the cloisters.
- Browse the library's collection of 25,000 antique texts.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Basilica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
You can visit Basilica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
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