There are many religious symbols in Peru one very important one is the andean cross which is seen in many places in Peru including Machu Picchu. The andean cross is also sold in markets and on the streets by the women who make handicrafts. The andean cross is sometimes made of stone, or silver. The nativity scene or nacimiento is also seen and sold a lot in Peru along with bracelets of important saints or religious people.
We have seen many beautiful iglesias in Peru that had gold inside and beautifully painted murals. Some of the murals depicted heaven while others depicted a version of hell for nonbelievers. One church we visited was in Arequipa. 
I loved the intricate details in the churches and the different representations of the important people in the Catholic religion. I also liked the huge crosses that were next to the churches. I am not a very religious person but the churches that were visited were so breathtaking that it brought out the spirituality in me. I love to see different religious rituals and infastructures and it is especially interesting this semester because I am in a religion class.
-Kelly
I loved the intricate details in the churches and the different representations of the important people in the Catholic religion. I also liked the huge crosses that were next to the churches. I am not a very religious person but the churches that were visited were so breathtaking that it brought out the spirituality in me. I love to see different religious rituals and infastructures and it is especially interesting this semester because I am in a religion class.-Kelly
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