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Church of San Francisco

7 Calle Oriente and 1 Av. Sur, Antigua, Guatemala
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Ranked #1 of 32 attractions in Antigua
Type: Religious Sites, Ancient Ruins
Owner description: One of many ruined churches in the city, this multi-domed church is often visited by pilgrims seeking answers to their prayers from Friar Hermano... more » Owner description: One of many ruined churches in the city, this multi-domed church is often visited by pilgrims seeking answers to their prayers from Friar Hermano Pedro, the beatified 17th-century monk buried inside. « less
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Lima, Perú
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52 reviews 52 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

Was so impressive to see a such big water fount in the middle of the Patio of this Old Church and convent, Mostly of the Old building are not completely they work to get in a good shape

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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013

The ruins were amazing! I wish the museum was open, but the ruins stand on their own...still. A must see!

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Northville, Michigan
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

This church was so conveniently located for me and very easy to find. Around the corner is an adoration chapel. This church has daily mass at 6:30am and 12pm every day and multiple Sunday services. They also do confession quite regularly.

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Milwaukee, Wi
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This is a beautiful Spansih style church. It is very open inside and has the alcoves with the relics in the alters. Quiet and prayerful. It is fully operational. The side garden is also very nice and peaceful. Please visit and walk around with respect.

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Cleveland Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

We went for the gardens, the relics museum, and the architecture however I was impressed with the candle store near the saint's shrine. A cute little wooden shop next to the chapel sells hundreds of different types of candles for the faithful. The woman working there is incredibly friendly and can explain what the candle types and colors represent. This... More

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Guatemala City, Guatemala
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Its worth stepping inside to see the church. In the main church there are no official guides. You may take photos, but please be respectful. There are ruins of an ancient church next door / attached for an entry fee. Usually there is a guide, expect to pay a tip or a fee for the service. Its worth seeing once,... More

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Antigua, Guatemala
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

When you go and visit the church of San Francisco don't forget to visit the museum of Hermano Pedro the entrance fee is Q5 or $0.65 inside you will find thousands of pictures from people that said they received a miracle from the Saint Hermano Pedro. The ruins have a beautiful garden where you can relax and why not? have... More

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Madison, WI
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7 attraction reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Was there on a Sunday, so mass was starting but I was able to see the church. It is beautiful! If there on a Sunday, start early to avoid disrupting mass.

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

Tip: visit the museum. Check my review and pics. Chuch: beautiful facade. The interior is not so impressive, it looks very recent. During the semana santa it has lots of amazing colorful sand works.

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Mexico City, Mexico
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63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013

This church is quite large, with a high-walled courtyard area where you can see pigeons resting or flying around. When we visited during Holy Week, there wasn't anything all that unique about this church's deco, but likely people visit for the ruins, especially that of a brother whose remains are exhibited in a separate alcove.

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