A a friend's suggestion, Deepti and I went downtown to see the convent of Santo Domingo (founder of the Dominicans). I had never been before, so it was a new place for both of us. Like all old colonial convents, it's absolutely beautiful. They have a gorgeous, and well-preserved library. Most importantly they have the tombs of 3 Peruvian saints: San Martín de Porres, Santa Rosa de Lima, and San Juan Macías. As my friend said when she recommended Santo Domingo "You can go pray where San Martín is. I always pray there. I don't believe in the Catholic Church, but I do believe in San Martín."
Most touristically, you can climb the bell tower and see central Lima from above. Another place that's worth a visit. Here's some pictures.
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| Main courtyard |
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| Looking up at the bell tower. |
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| Library |
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| An old choir book |
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| The sanctuary |
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| Looking towards the central plaza. Those two towers are part of the Cathedral. |
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| Looking down on the main courtyard. |
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