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Regione di Huancavelica

Chiese a Huancavelica

Historic Churches

Huancavelica's religious landscape is defined by 16th and 17th-century colonial structures, many constructed from local red volcanic stone. These sites showcase the integration of Spanish Baroque and Renaissance styles with Andean craftsmanship. Highlights include the unique Inca-hybrid architecture in Huaytará and the elaborate gold-leaf altarpieces of the central cathedral. This collection spans from the historic urban core to rural parishes, representing centuries of spiritual history and the region's mining-era wealth.

Historic Churches — Mappa
A

Iglesia Catedral de Huancavelica

17th-century Baroque cathedral featuring a facade of red volcanic stone and two towering bell towers. The interior houses elaborate gold-leaf altarpieces and colonial-era religious art.
B

Iglesia de San Juan Bautista

Built atop a former Inca palace, this church retains original Inca masonry, including trapezoidal niches and finely carved stone walls, demonstrating the fusion of pre-Hispanic and colonial architecture.
C

Iglesia de Santo Domingo

16th-century church located near the Plaza de Armas. It is historically significant for its role in the city's religious festivals and its proximity to the historic Santa Barbara mining administration.
D

Convento de San Francisco

Established in 1599, this Franciscan complex features a collection of Cusco School paintings and a traditional bell tower. It served as a major center for evangelization in the central highlands.
E

Iglesia San Sebastián

Dating to 1591, this church features a Renaissance-style facade. It is situated on the path toward the historic mercury mines and serves as a landmark for the San Cristóbal neighborhood.
F

Santuario del Señor de Oropesa

A sanctuary dedicated to the patron saint of Huancavelica. It is a site of significant local pilgrimage, particularly during the feast days celebrating the image of the Lord of Oropesa.
G

Parroquia San Pedro

Colonial-era parish church located in the district of Acoria, serving as a primary religious site for the local rural community.
H

Parroquia de Santisima Trinidad

Parish church located in the Churcampa region, reflecting the traditional religious architecture found throughout the Huancavelica department.
Iglesia Catedral de Huancavelica
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Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
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Iglesia de Santo Domingo

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