Casa-Capilla de San Martín de Porres

Lima


Right across the street from the Santuario de Santa Rosa de Lima, this building (now a center of religious study) commemorates the birthplace of San Martín. Visitors are welcome to view the bright interior patios and diminutive chapel.


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