lToday we went to the location where the actual Inquisition in Lima took place. Only the cellar where many of the tortures were carried out remains. There is a newer structure built over it. Some of the actual cells remain. Several rooms like the torture chamber above contain mannequins re-enacting some of the scenes. There are scenes of water-boarding, stress positions and various others including the rack (above). Heretics, Jews and witches were the main targets although sometimes the motives were more political. And, of course, the church confiscated all property of those convicted and most who came to the attention of the Inquisition were found guilty. It's all a chilling reminder of the evils that can be done in the world and particularly in the name of religion. Going to this museum was a bit creepy, but I somehow felt it was something I should see.
Interesting that they use mannequins to reenact the scenes, very interesting
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