Ruinas de San Francisco

Ruinas de San Francisco are the remains of a colonial-era convent in Mendoza, made of stone and brick walls with typical Spanish architectural details. The fragmented structures still show traces of doorways, foundations, and vault supports that reveal how the religious complex was originally organized.

The complex was built in the early 1600s to serve as a monastery and mission station for religious communities. Major earthquakes in the 1700s and 1800s destroyed much of the complex and left the ruins visible today.

The name points to the Franciscan order that worked here, and visitors can see how religious communities shaped the city's layout through their architecture. The remaining walls show where altars and chapels once stood within the complex.

The site sits downtown at the intersection of two main streets and is easy to reach. Wear comfortable shoes because the ruins sit on uneven ground with no paving.

An altar with an image of Our Lady of Carmen once stood here and became linked to a significant military movement in the region's past. This connection to a revered religious icon gives the site historical weight beyond its physical structures.

Location: Ciudad de Mendoza

Address: Ituzaingó, M5500 Mendoza, Argentina

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 09:00-18:00; Sunday 14:00-18:00

Phone: +542614236959

Website: http://ciudaddemendoza.gov.ar

GPS coordinates: -32.87875,-68.82984

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46