The Sanctuary of Saint Rose of Lima ( es, Santuario de Santa Rosa de Lima) is a
sanctuary dedicated to
Saint Rose of Lima (born Isabel Flores de Oliva). It is located in the remains of Oliva's house, including the well used by the family, which serves as a highlight of the convent among visitors.
Because it was the residence of Rose of Lima and her family, it is also the location of the
miracles attributed to her.
The sanctuary was inaugurated on August 24, 1992, after being remodeled. It also features a painting of the Saint carried by
Miguel Grau
Miguel María Grau Seminario (27 July 1834 – 8 October 1879) was the most renowned Peruvian naval officer and hero of the naval battle of Angamos during the War of the Pacific (1879–1884). He was known as ''el Caballero de los Mares'' (Span ...
among the
''Huáscar''.
See also
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Rose of Lima
Rose of Lima (born Isabel Flores de Oliva; 20 April 1586 24 August 1617) was a member of the Third Order of Saint Dominic in Lima, Peru, who became known for both her life of severe penance and her care of the poverty stricken of the city thro ...
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Historic Centre of Lima
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Dominican Order
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Monastery of Saint Rose of Lima
References
{{Lima landmarks
Santa Rosa de Lima
Roman Catholic churches completed in 1728
Rococo architecture in Peru
Historic Centre of Lima
1728 establishments in New Spain
Holy wells