Originally built in 1595, Hotel Monasterio sits on the
site of Inca Amaru Qhala’s palace. Three years later, the Spanish took it over
and founded the Seminary of San Antonio Abad. An earthquake seriously damaged
the building in 1650, and upon restoration the beautiful Chapel was added. In
1965, the building was remodelled as a hotel.
Hotel Monasterio is now a national historic landmark,
protected by Peru’s National Institute of Culture.
The Hotel’s design features historic touches to
reflect its rich heritage.
The stones around the entrance doors still bear the
Spanish Arms Escutcheon and the image of Bishop Monsignor Juan Serricolea y
Olea.
The Chapel is decorated in Baroque style, with
gold-plated pictures frames. Magnificent paintings depict scenes from the life
of its patron saint.
At the heart of the hotel is the beautiful cloistered
courtyard, featuring a tranquil fountain and 300-year-old cedar tree.
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