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The earthquake of 1650 destroyed much of the previous building, which led to the construction of the current temple in the second half of the 17th century. Between 1688 and 1699, the present church was built under the direction of architect Juan Tomás Tuyru Túpac. The work received ecclesiastical and local support, especially during the period of Bishop Manuel de Mollinedo.
This church has a single nave and was built mainly in stone. It has a gilded Baroque main altar with a frontal, tabernacle, and silver gradines. Its architecture reflects the Cusco Baroque style, with a traditional façade inspired by models close to the Cathedral of Cusco and a solemn floor plan. The dark stone is joined with white mortar, while its towers feature narrow openings, vents, and decorative finishes that reinforce its monumental character.
The Church of San Pedro is located on Cascaparo Street, in front of San Pedro Market and the square of the same name, in the Historic Center of Cusco.
As part of its interior design, the Church of San Pedro has a gilded Baroque main altar with a frontal, tabernacle, and silver gradines. Its remarkable altarpiece has four levels and three vertical sections, with eighteen Solomonic columns. Crowning its silver tabernacle is the Paschal Lamb over the Book of the Seven Seals.
In addition to the main altarpiece, the church has ten side altarpieces finely carved in wood and covered in gold leaf.
Among the most notable paintings in San Pedro are the portraits of the church’s founders. The first canvas depicts Bishop Mollinedo in his later years, with his coat of arms shown in the upper section. Among the religious images, the Candelaria, also known as the Purified Virgin, stands out. Other important images include Our Lady of Sorrows, Saint Peter, Saint Peter Nolasco, Saint John, and the Lord of the Holy Sepulcher. Visits are usually made during worship hours.
Visiting hours: Monday to Sunday, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Mass times: Monday to Sunday, at 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
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