Thursday, October 28, 2010

Monasterio de Santa Catalina (Arequipa)

Paddington visited the Monasterio de Santa Catalina while in Arequipa. The convent is located in the heart of the city and is over 20,000 square meters in size. It was built in 1580 and enlarged during the 17th century. Lucky for Paddington, his visit took place by candlelight, making for a truly unforgettable experience!

Paddington in one of the convent's many courtyards.


Paddington posing on the window sill of a nun's quarters.


Paddington preparing to be lowered into the well located in the convent's restored kitchen.


Paddington in the main dining hall with Cuzco School artwork visable in the background.
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  1. MaryellenOctober 31, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    Querido Paddington,

    Por favor, dice a tu amigo Brett: "Happy Birthday and many happy returns of the day!"
    I bet this has been one special way for Brett to celebrate his birthday.

    From Maryellen (la madre de Eleanor)

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  2. UnknownNovember 5, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    I'm a little worried about Paddington--he seems to be a little too brazen/adventurous for his own good. Sneaking around the nun's quarters? Lowering himself into a well? Out after dark, carousing in the courtyard? I hope Birthday Brett was watching out and not letting him over-celebrate....

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