Saint Rose of Lima Day is observed in Peru on August 30, celebrating Saint Rose of Lima, the primary patron saint of the country. Born Isabel Flores y de Oliva in 1586, she dedicated her life to God through severe asceticism and caring for the poor in Lima, ultimately passing away at the age of 31. Her feast day was established as a public holiday in Peru, where it is celebrated on August 30, differing from the August 23 observance in most other countries due to a previous liturgical calendar revision. Rose was beatified in 1667 and canonized in 1671, becoming the first American saint and is venerated as the patroness of South America and indigenous peoples of the Americas. The day is marked by religious observances, reflecting her significance in Peruvian culture and spirituality.