Convent of Santa Rosa de Ocopa
Convento de Santa Rosa de Ocopa
Once the center of the largest missionary operation in South America, this historic convent now hosts a museum and library.

📜 Historic Franciscan convent and missionary school, converted into a museum in 1970.
🔍 Houses a museum, natural history room, and a library with 25,000 volumes, some from the 15th century.

Why Go

⛪ Explore colonial art and historical exhibits
📚 Discover a stunning library with ancient books
🌿 Enjoy beautiful gardens and courtyards
🗺️ Learn about missionary history in South America

Why Avoid

🗣️ Guided tours only in Spanish
👥 Minimum group size of seven for tours
🚌 Requires minibus and colectivo travel from Huancayo

Tips

⏰ Museum closes for lunch, plan your visit accordingly.
🅿️ Public transportation recommended for access.

Cost

💰 Entrance 10S (Peruvian Sol), includes guided tour.

Hours

🕒 Daily 9 AM - 12 PM and 3 PM - 6 PM, closed Tuesdays.

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