Location: Quito
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The 9 Best Churches & Cathedrals in Quito, Pichincha Province
With a rich pre-Colombian history, Ecuador's capital was founded on the ruins of an Incan city but offers everything a modern traveler might need. It remains the least-altered historic center in Latin America and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quito’s important sites include baroque gems like San Francisco and Santo Domingo monasteries, as well as La Compañía church and college. This huge city sprawls across a breathtaking Andean valley surrounded by volcanic peaks.
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1. Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,677 reviews
Established in 1536 by Franciscan monks, this magnificent architectural masterpiece features a museum in its convent with art from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
Reviewed By georgesB4777WE - Miami Beach, United States
This is the oldest church in Quito (from the 16th century) and one of the most beautiful. Though one can argue that the Jesuit one is more “uber” than this church, it, nevertheless is “uber-magnificent” also. It is relatively plain from the outside, but its baroque inside explodes and takes your breath away. The main altar and the side altars are beautifully gilded and carved. Its decorated ceilings remind me of a Moorish design, probably coming from Spain. Every inch of the interior is covered with gilt or art. A site that cannot be missed. The admission to the church is free and photos during services are prohibited. The convent and museum next door however, charges a $4 admission fee and has a separate entrance.
2. Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Merced
3. Iglesia de Santa Teresita
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By coderPro - Quito, Ecuador
This gothic church is absolutely exquisite and well off the beaten path, but still worth a visit for architecture buffs. There is also a nice Greek restaurant nearby called Souvlaki if you’re craving something that isn’t Ecuadorian.
4. Iglesia de San Diego
5. Iglesia de Guapulo
6. Iglesia Santa Clara
7. Santuario de Schoenstatt
8. Capilla del Milagro de la Dolorosa del Colegio
9. Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepcion
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
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