Iglesia de San Cristobal

Iglesia de San Cristobal stands on a hill above Cusco, featuring stone walls, ornate decorations, and a bell tower that rises against the Andean sky.

Spanish colonists constructed this religious building during the 16th century, incorporating Mannerist architectural elements into the traditional Andean construction methods.

Religious ceremonies at the church combine Catholic traditions with local Andean customs, reflecting the spiritual practices of the Cusco community.

Visitors reach the church by walking uphill from Plaza de Armas, with the site opening daily from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM for both worship and tourism.

The church walls contain stones from nearby Sacsayhuamán fortress, demonstrating the physical transformation of Inca structures into colonial religious buildings.

Location: Peru

Location: Cusco Department

Location: Cusco Province

Location: Cusco District

Architectural style: mannerism

GPS coordinates: -13.51336,-71.98011

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:15