The first level of the cloister remains from the 1645 building. In its beginnings the temple had an Isabelline Gothic plan, but after the earthquake of 1687 it was modified to a Latin cross. This was characterized by its niche chapels and a short transept, as well as pilasters and corbels with railings on the walls to support the transverse arches of the half-barrel vaults with lunettes.[1]
The church has two choirs on inside: one high and one low.[2]
The Virgen del Carmen that is housed inside has received decorations such as Queen and Patroness of Creoleism, Mayor of Lima and custodian of the keys to the city, Medal of Honor from the Congress of Peru: Grand Cross Degree, among others.[2]
The church can be visited from 9 to 11 in the morning, and from 4 to 5:30 in the afternoon. Masses are given from Monday to Saturday at 7 in the morning and on Sundays also at 10 in the morning and 7 at night.[2]
Masses are also offered by the Virgen del Carmen Brotherhood, every second Sunday at 11 in the morning and masses by the children's brotherhood, every fourth Sunday, at the same time. In the month of July, masses are held in honor of the Virgin of Carmen. Pieces of religious art and sweets made by the Carmelite sisters can also be purchased.[2]