Convent of Santa Cruz
Convento de la Santa Cruz
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This historic Mexican convent is home to a tree that grows crucifix-like thorns.

๐Ÿ“œ Historic Mexican convent, most important religious site in Querรฉtaro.
๐Ÿ” Home to a tree that grows crucifix-like thorns.

Why Go

๐ŸŒณ See the legendary tree with cross-shaped thorns
๐Ÿ› Explore a viceregal kitchen and aqueduct arch
๐Ÿ”’ Visit Emperor Maximilian I's former prison room
๐ŸŽ“ Learn about the first school for missionaries

Tips

๐Ÿšถ Go during the week for a slower-paced guided tour.

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ General admission is 20 pesos.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Tuesday to Saturday: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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