Parroquia de Basílica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato
Parroquia de Basílica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato
Parroquia de Basílica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato
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This 17th-century cathedral holds a wooden image of the Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato that is thought be the oldest piece of Christian art in Mexico.
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Clevlander
Springfield, IL5,650 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
This is the most beautiful church in the city. It sits magnificently a split of two roads, and the area is lively every day with local and tourists. Right across from it are a couple of restaurants where you can eat alfresco as well as places where you can have a drink, have ice cream and simply stroll pleasantly around the area. The church inside is beautiful and a must stop while you visit the city. Go there just before sunset when the sun gives a beautiful hue and contrast with the background to take pictures.
Written May 15, 2024
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Chinapjs
Washington DC, DC3,626 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Very pretty with bright and light colors, white, muted orange and light blue. Very little good except in rear upstairs organ which is a sight. Very peaceful and a bit different then many other churches in this area
Written February 19, 2020
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Joeben818
Los Angeles, CA21 contributions
Mar 2023
Beautiful cathedral in central Guanajuato. If it is open definitely go inside and be amazed by the history and grandeur. I would often stop in when passing by as with any of the beautiful churches in Guanajuato and take some time to pray or meditate in the sanctuary.
Written April 7, 2023
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TravelingLily2014
Niskayuna, NY432 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This church is absolutely beautiful, both inside and out. The decorations are rich and plentiful. We saw a service in the morning, and later caught part of the end of a wedding. The site of the church is wonderful too.
Written January 14, 2020
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Russ Lacuata
Long Beach, CA9,834 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
Guanajuato Basilica is both the most visually striking and historically important. The exterior of the Guanajuato Basilica is painted a powerful shade of yellow with red wine detail and doomed roof. The basilica is positioned on a slight hill which when viewed from the town makes the basilica stand higher than the surrounding buildings and if viewed from the surrounding hills it gives the illusion the it is elevated above everyone else.
Written July 17, 2019
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califcasl
1,087 contributions
Oct 2017 • Solo
This church is located up a very steep hill. I took a taxi to get there but rode a bus back down, which was way scary.
The church itself is a lovely church built by a silver baron with more money than taste, but the results are spectacular.
Great view.
The church itself is a lovely church built by a silver baron with more money than taste, but the results are spectacular.
Great view.
Written September 20, 2018
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Urbanpeasant
Los Angeles, CA30 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
Very important basilica and symbolic to Mexico's independence. Guanajuato is full of templos (churches), but this is the big one and an important one.
Written August 2, 2018
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Ralf K
Wurzburg, Germany1,738 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
You will find 23 churches and religious buildings in the relatively small center area of Guanajuato but this one is the most important. The basilica was initially constructed in 1671 but was remodulated to demonstration of wealth of the leading Silver Barons after the independence of Mexico from Spain. Inside the church you will find a jewel incrusted image of the virgin Mary which was hidden over 800 years in a cave by the moors during the invasions of Spain. In 1557 this sacred artifact was given as a gift from king Philip II in recognition of producing vast quantities of silver for the Spanish monarchy. The basilica was designed in the Mexican Baroque style.
Written January 8, 2017
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evamariacampo
Houston, TX230 contributions
Jul 2019
It’s one of the main attractions of this interesting city. It’s located on Plaza de la Paz and it was built late 1600, baroque and neoclassic style. It holds the statue of Our Lady of Guanajuato, one of the oldest of America.
Written July 9, 2019
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Helen711
Atlanta, GA1,755 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
Almost everything has gold leaf on it, including the huge pipe organ in the balcony in the back of the church. Eye popping! The Church of Our Lady of Guanajuato became the Basilica in 1957 when a bishop came (the building title upgrade reflected the title of the new head of the church). The facade is mannerist-baroque in style. The sculpture of the Virgin of Guanajuato, the city's patron, was a gift from King Carlos V of Spain in 1557. This is a must-see when you're in town. Oh, one more thing. We had a chance to talk with the bell-ringer when we left. There is no pattern; he rings the bell as many times as the spirit moves him!
Written October 25, 2017
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We are headed to Guanajuato Nov. 30.. It looks like it may be a tad chilly No? I'll pack my down vest.. Our question is - We love local food and the energy of the places that have a real Vibe "Onda" to them.. Recommendations for great restaurants to explore? Hidden treasures?
We are staying at Casa de Pepila. Dermot the owner from Ireland.. Have heard great reviews.. We are also interested in purchasing real estate ( post election it holds more appeal as a respit ).. Realtors you might recommend to talk with?.. Looking SO forward to our trip.
Written November 13, 2016
We are here now, and yes, it is chilly. We wish we had packed more warm clothes. leggings or blue jeans are worn by most pedestrians we have seen in the streets. but bring jackets and scarves. also, make sure your hotel has a heater. our current hotel does not, but we are leaving in the morning so we just got extra blankets for our bed. about 8 degrees Centigrade at night.
Written November 27, 2016
Me pueden ubicar? queda cerca de algo cocnocido? hay algun punto de referencia importante?
Written June 21, 2016
En el centro histórico de Guanajuato todo esta relativamente cerca...caminando es la mejor forma de disfrutar y conocer todas sus bellezas, nosotros partimos de la Alhondiga de Granaditas a unas cuadras pasas por el Mercado Hidalgo con su bella entrada tipo palacio de Bellas Artes, mas adelante esta la Iglesia de nuestra señora de Guanajuato que por las noches con su iluminación para hecha de oro...unos metros mas adelante la encuentras sin problema, ya estando ahí cualquier persona te orienta, su gente es muy amable y cálida y no se dificulta llegar a cualquier lugar con tan solo preguntar...disfruta la caminata y cada lugar que visites ahí en Guanajuato...nosotros nos movíamos en taxi ya que el hotel Misión Casa Colorada esta bastante retirado y las calles son básicamente para vehículos pequeños por eso nos manejamos así, pero el taxi es muy barato y en el centro todo esta cerca prácticamente...espero sea de ayuda, saludos.
Written June 22, 2016
Hello,
Do you have any information on how to arrange a wedding at the Basilica? I can't seem to find anything on the internet, but I found your review.
Thank you,
Christina Meyer
Written May 11, 2016
Perhaps in this telephone they can assist you: +52 (473) 732 0314.
Written June 13, 2016
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