Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel

Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel
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Built in 1683, this pastel pink church is the city's most recognizable landmark.
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  • Retired_teacher_56
    Dwight, Canada509 contributions
    Amazing Church Especially at night
    The centerpiece and focal point and one of the best things to do in San Miguel Allende is the unmissable church. La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel or the Church of St. Michael the Archangel is as impressive as it is massive. This is arguably the most photogenic spot in the city inside and out. Enjoy the view from the well-manicured garden in the plaza directly in front of the church that looks almost like an ornate pinkish orange cake! On Sundays, the plaza out front is filled with families and their children enjoying the park. The Luna Rooftop Tapas Bar in the Rosewood Hotel is a great place to have a cocktail enjoying both the sunset and this amazing church
    Visited January 2020
    Written March 2, 2020
  • Thomas D
    11 contributions
    One of the most enjoyable places in all of Mexico
    For people watching there is hardly a place more enjoyable and entertaining. Food vendors surround the Centro, mariachi bands play for couples and groups, street vendors have something for everyone-literally stacking/hanging hundreds of items on theirs heads and/or a bamboo pole. Friday and Saturday nights are packed with locals and numerous young adults and families from Mexico City. Others arrive to attend one of many weekend weddings at the area's main attraction-La Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. This two hundred plus year old church is a marvel to view, visit, respect, and admire. As the church serves as centerpiece for the Centro, you can have breakfast, lunch, or dinner at one of dozens of restaurants lining the Centro or within a one block walk.
    Visited February 2020
    Written March 9, 2020
  • redtravelingshoes
    Novato, California57 contributions
    The Parroquia is the hub and center of San Miguel.
    Everyone comes to El Jardin and the Plaza in front of the Parroquia. Mexican life is before your eyes. Take a seat on a park bench and watch SMA life. Children playing in El Jardin, people milling around taking family or romantic photos, New Year's Eve musical events happen in the Plaza in front of the Parroquia. The Church itself is lovely inside and the public is welcome. When you are done watching the goings on, go down any street branching off from this area and find an great restaurant to eat in or gorgeous shops to browse.
    Visited January 2020
    Written January 6, 2020
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vagabondginger
Alicante, Spain1,316 contributions
Feb 2020
This parish church is named after St Michael the Archangel, the patron saint of the city. It is it's most famous sight with it's pink sandstone color and wedding cake towers with arched windows. It dates back to the 17th century altho the facade was redone in 1880 to give it it's European fairy-tale architecture. There. were weddings going on the afternoon we were there so did not really get to explore the inside. But what a jewel to see.
Written March 11, 2020
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traveldan21
Culver City, CA721 contributions
Dec 2022
In a town with several beautiful churches, this was our favorite. We first saw it near sunset when it glowed with a coral/salmon color--gorgeous! But whether in bright sunlight or seen at night lit up, it is just a beautiful, interesting church. We happened to be in San Miguel de Allende near Christmas time, so there was a gigantic Christmas tree decorated between the church and the plaza, and star-shaped lights strung across the pedestrian walkways. Spectacular! The plaza is very lively at night, with mariachis and other entertainers often performing.
Written December 20, 2022
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littlemomma_1955
Riviera Nayarit, Mexico3,478 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
Our visit from PV was a huge weather respite. The church is an architectural beauty and I'm really glad we had a chance to view it inside and out, as there were no services ongoing at the time.

I was a bit surprised by the visitors who were taking photos, since there was a sign requesting no photographs posted at the entry.

It truly is a wonderful site to see and if you are in the Catholic faith, it will be very special. I particularly liked the statue of St. Patrick.
Written August 2, 2020
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Keli S
191 contributions
Feb 2020
San Miguel's iconic landmark is beautiful during the day, but at night it glows with majesty. Just outside the church is the Jardin which is always lively with Mariachi bands, vendors, and all manner of celebrations. A delightful place to visit.
Written February 29, 2020
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Newsat11
Washington DC, DC124 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This church, with its pink wedding cake towers, was designed by stonemason Zeferino Gutiérrez in the late 19th century. He was building an addition to the original church that dated to the 1600’s.

According to local lore, Gutiérrez, who had no architectural training, based the design on a postcard of a Belgian church. He instructed workers by scratching plans in the sand with a stick.

The interior is every bit as colorful and spectacular with unusual saint statues and depictions of Christ.
Written January 16, 2020
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bucketlisttravellers
Sydney, Australia3,783 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This is a very impressive cathedral, both inside and out. The outside facade with its spires is very picturesque. Be sure to see it up close as well as from a distance during your stay in San Miguel.
The main chamber when we visited was still decked out with Christmas lights and displays and that was nice to view. There is a side chapel as well that has some vivid statues depicting the stations of the cross, this chapel is not for the faint hearted!
Written January 27, 2020
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crapschick
West Orange, NJ443 contributions
Sep 2021
This is a "don't miss." It's exquisite during the day and even more when it gets lit up at night. The inside is really something to see. And when you walk outside you get to enjoy the beautiful square and park filled with mariachis. It's simply wonderful.

Here's my question, though, and it's nothing against this attraction. What's the story with women doing sexy poses in front of the cathedral? I don't get it. It's not a club. So many women stand in front of La Parroquia and do the sexiest poses they can for a photo. Ladies.... it's a CHURCH, not a club!!!
Written September 28, 2021
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MarchelleC
Kenwood, CA235 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Such a beautiful church in the town center. The best time to take pictures is in the early evening or the late evening when the lights are shining on it and there are not very many people around. It is beautiful inside and out and the views from many different locations are outstanding
Written January 27, 2020
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Chinapjs
Washington DC, DC3,786 contributions
Feb 2020
People call it the cathedral but I'm not sure it is or has a bishop. It might be the most beautiful church in San Miguel de Allende and we have seen 6 or more. There is lots of decoration and Saint Michael the arcángel stands on top of the altar.
Written February 18, 2020
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Patti H
Scottsdale, AZ189 contributions
Nov 2022
This looks like a fairytail park. The trees , the benches, ice cream vendors and at night hot dog and hamburger stands. The Mariachis competing music, and families and tourists alike just enjoying life. It's always entertaining day or night. It's also fun to watch wedding parties on Fridays and Saturdays. Wonderful shopping around the square and on nearby streets.
Written November 17, 2022
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