Catedral Mazatlán Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción
Catedral Mazatlán Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción
Catedral Mazatlán Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción
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Located in downtown Mazatlan, the architecture makes it well worth a visit.
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Britt B
Tucson, AZ620 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
The Basilica is located in the central of Mazatlan. Built on an ancient Indian Temple, it stands out with its Baroque, Moorish and Gothic influences. It has an eclectic, yet very beautiful look. The best place to view the Catedral, is from Vista Hermosa up on the hillside. Virgin de la Purisima Conception is the Patron saint of Mazatlan, and you can see her above the altar in a protective pose. Due to the French trying to (unsuccessfully) recolonialize Mexico in the 1860's, The Catedral wasn't finished until 1899. The Catedral has a very impressive organ that was built in Paris by Aristide Cavaille-Coll. He was probably one of the best organ builders during this time. I was told that the foundation of the Basilica was paid by the Jewish Community of Mazatlan. Being grateful for the donation they incorporated the Star of David on each of the 28 stainglassed windows. Opposite from the Basilica there is a park with its own history. Surrounded by a lot of foliage, its a great place to find some shade.
Written February 24, 2024
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SnowyShasta
Portland, OR2,601 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
We walked around downtown Mazatlan on our own and enjoyed seeing this cathedral while we were in the old town. Its yellow color stands out as you walk by, and the interior has various nice checkerboard patterns. It wasn't as cool, temperature-wise, as some European cathedrals we've visited, but there were electric fans running on a hot day that kept the interior comfortable. We spent about 10 minutes sitting inside and admiring our beautiful surroundings.
Written December 2, 2024
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ReadRibbet
1,658 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
The Catedral was one of the stops on our city tour. It is a beautifully designed church with easy access to both exterior and interior photographs. We were there on a Holy Day of Obligation so there were frequent masses well attended by local churchgoers. The interior of the church has spectacular gothic like arched ceilings with many statues and side altars. It sits right across the street from a central plaza which was busy with visitors. It also had many interesting backdrops for photographs. Food vendors were present.
Written January 16, 2024
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M K S
Noblesville, IN579 contributions
Feb 2023
Impressive, ornate cathedral dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. It is free to enter, although services will be happening on Sundays and other times. There are a few vendors outside, but polite vendors. I scored a beautiful shawl from one of the vendors.
Written March 5, 2023
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573dk9999
Iowa City, IA634 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Over the years we've seen dozens of cathedrals. This one is nice and clean and seems more modern than many. Worth a visit but not for spending a long time at. The afternoon sun gives a nice light display through the stained glass windows.
Written April 12, 2024
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784kristinem
Lynnwood, WA7 contributions
Jan 2020
My second time visiting this cathedral but just can't see it all. It's breathtaking to say the least. Pictures do not do it justice. You can take a bus or tax rather than a tour. I felt safe taking the bus as the tours were expensive and I didn't want to waste time visiting areas that were no interest.
Written February 9, 2020
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Pancho07
Sudbury, Canada267 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
We attended a wedding of a former student celebrated by a priest from Scotland in a fully attended Cathedral. The music was inspirational and the décor was traditional. Our student is now a Capt. of the merchant fleet and still our friend. He stopped the exit procession to acknowledge us, the only expats among well to do Mexicans.
Written October 13, 2023
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Kashlee Kucheran
Kelowna, Canada1,547 contributions
Jan 2020
The Mazatlán Cathedral (formally known as The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception) is a gorgeous Baroque-Revival style Church in the middle of downtown’s ‘Centro’ area.
Construction started on this church is 1856 but didn’t finish until 1899, due do financial troubles within the church.
The outside is painted a lovely yellow, while the inside is uniquely ornate with chandeliers, wood, marble and gold. Sometimes the church is closed to the public for Catholic weddings, but most of the time you’ll find it open to wander inside.
Tip: A very interesting fact about its history is that the Jewish Community actually stepped in and funded the completion of the church, and in turn had the Star of David put into some of the windows. See if you can find them!
Cost: free. But it’s always appreciated to leave a contribution to the church.
How to get there: Type ‘Mazatlán Cathedral' into Google Maps or Uber. Walkable from cruise port.
Address: 21 de Marzo, Centro
Construction started on this church is 1856 but didn’t finish until 1899, due do financial troubles within the church.
The outside is painted a lovely yellow, while the inside is uniquely ornate with chandeliers, wood, marble and gold. Sometimes the church is closed to the public for Catholic weddings, but most of the time you’ll find it open to wander inside.
Tip: A very interesting fact about its history is that the Jewish Community actually stepped in and funded the completion of the church, and in turn had the Star of David put into some of the windows. See if you can find them!
Cost: free. But it’s always appreciated to leave a contribution to the church.
How to get there: Type ‘Mazatlán Cathedral' into Google Maps or Uber. Walkable from cruise port.
Address: 21 de Marzo, Centro
Written February 2, 2020
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Carol J
Sedona, AZ72 contributions
Feb 2022
This is a beautiful cathedral just a few blocks from the Plaza Machado. It is located in the Plaza Principal which is also lovely. The cathedral is open and the inside is more beautiful than the outside. This is a must see. The plaza across the street is filled with people walking, eating ice cream, and enjoying Mazatlan's beautiful weather. There is a line of shoe shine chairs along the side overlooking the cathedral with benches to sit and relax.
Written March 6, 2022
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Maryann L
Fair Oaks, CA1,328 contributions
Feb 2020
The two exterior towers contribute to the grandeur of the exterior. Inside is even more beautiful with a large main alter and two equally beautiful side alters. The stain glass windows are vivid. Everywhere you look in this cathedral there is beauty.
Written February 14, 2020
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I have family arriving on New Year's Day on a cruise ship. They want to attend Mass at the Cathedral. Would it be same times as Sunday mass?
Written December 5, 2023
Buenas tardes soy de Chihuahua y me gustaría bautizar a mi nieta ahí en Catedral. Requisitos serían y cuanto hay q pagar gracias esto seria Agosto
Written June 1, 2018
Los Padrinos deberan asistir a las platicas correspondientes para liberar el documento respectivo. Tener a la mano el acta d nacimiento. Y el acta de Matrimonio d los Padres. El costo no es alto. Es mas bien simbolico.
Written June 1, 2018
t12342017
Livingston, Louisiana
We would like to attend mass on Sunday May 7th while staying at El Cid El Moro. What are the times and what is the best way to get there. Do we need tickets to go to Mass?
Written April 29, 2017
Taxi to the church will cost less than $20 US. No tickets needed. Unfortunately, I do not recall the mass schedule, but I suspect the desk personnel at your hotel will be able to advise you.
Written April 30, 2017
t12342017
Livingston, Louisiana
We are going to arrive about 6:00 pm at El Cid El Moro resort in Mazatlan. We would like to go to mass on Sunday could you give me the time and the best way to be transported there.
Written April 29, 2017
I don't know what time mass is, but a pulmonia is the most convenient way to get there. All the drivers know the cathedral.
Written May 3, 2017
Can anyone tell me the times for English masses on Easter Sunday April 16th, 2017? Thanks
Written April 3, 2017
I'm not sure if they have any English masses. There were no English masses for the Solemnity of Mary on January 1 when we were there.
We have been to English mass at San Judas Tadeo in the Golden Zone. It was at 8:45 am.
Written April 4, 2017
kparkhome
Las Vegas, Nevada
what will be your hours of opperation on christmas day
Written September 7, 2016
Christmas Day, I'm pretty sure the church will be open all day, mainly for services. Don't forget, this is a catholic church in a catholic country and Mexicans are very religious, so will be attending services throughout the day. You'll probably have to schedule your "look-see" visit between services. Try to if you can, this is a beautiful church.
Written September 8, 2016
Hello, does anyone know how far the cathedral is from El Cid Moro hotel? Does a taxi cost a lot to get there?
Written June 14, 2016
Yep! about six miles. However 70 pesos will also get you there. Or you can hop the Toreo bus at the street. 8 pesos. Or the larger and air conditioned green bus that will take the (BEST) Malecon route, 10 pesos .
Written September 7, 2016
Old question, old data, but I doubt the schedule changes very often. As of March 22, 2015, here are the mass times for the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Mazatlan.
Sunday / Domingo: 6a, 7a, 8a, 9a, 11a, 12p, 1p, 6p, 7p, 8p.
Monday – Friday / Lunes – Viernes: 6:30a, 7:30a, 12p, 6p, 7p
Written March 29, 2017
Is there a Saturday night vigil Mass - what time?
Written October 24, 2015
Yes, there is from 7:00 to 8:00 pm.
Written October 26, 2015
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