Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen
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Neighborhood: La Candelaria
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- phuttyTallinn, Estonia1,370 contributionsEven if you're normally bored by churches, make sure you visit this one!This stunning church will impress you before you even walk in the door for its beautiful design, which is colourful without being too much. The interior is the same, glorious and vibrant but still serene. It makes for great photos, and indeed immediately made my list of favourite churches around the world.Visited February 2020Written February 27, 2020
- Bozeman-DublinTrim, Ireland8,826 contributionsGorgeous ChurchProbably my favourite church in Bogota, this absolutely stunning, colourful church is a must see, a short walk from Plaza Bolivar in La Candelaria. The exterior is incredibly ornate and colourful with its white and burgundy blocks. Inside is just as pretty with high vaults and soft colous. So peaceful inside tooVisited July 2022Traveled soloWritten July 16, 2022
- Sj75201Gold Coast, Australia111 contributionsCool looking, but not much elseNot many taxi drivers know this church, so ensure you show them the address multiple times. The church is amazing with its decorations. I arrived at 1145am on a Saturday and I was able to get inside. I took a few photos and then left. Not much else to do, but very cool lookingVisited July 2022Traveled soloWritten July 19, 2022
- Kevin SPontypridd, United Kingdom6,225 contributionsListed as open 07.30-11.30 every day, it isn't.Incorrect information and extremely unhelpful staff. Listed as open 07.30-11.30 every day, it isn't. We strolled past several times within these hours, closed. Then open once, a man on the door in some uniform trying to close it mumbling Spanish. I ignored him. He then continued with his mumbling until we left. A Christian, hardly an example of one, someone the church should be ashamed of. Pity, its an attractive church, it just has hopeless information and horrible people.Visited January 2023Written February 9, 2023
- Goal100CountriesCheltenham, United Kingdom615 contributionsWonderfully uniqueThe Church here is marvelously original in it's design and it is so evident. The variegated paintings and marking on the pillars present something completely out of the ordinary that I have never seen in a church or cathedral. The main alter is wonderful and the markings on the ceiling are simply stunning. The stain glass windows are beautifully designed and on the whole this church is one of the most picturesque and aesthetic that I have been to.Visited January 2019Traveled with friendsWritten January 16, 2019
- EalsieSouth Walsham, United Kingdom9 contributionsDon't seeYou are not supposed to see it! That's why it is closed!! You do not take photos, guards are there!!Visited January 2021Written February 7, 2021
- Josefer MNewfoundland, Canada30 contributionsThe Barroco Colors in Bogota!It is the difference amount the churches richesse in the Colombian Capital. You could breath the religious culture that takes part of the history of the city. Beautiful design, It is close at the Bolivar Place where the political powers share ideas to manage the country.Visited February 2019Written January 16, 2020
- Victoria WHouston, Texas137 contributionsNice church to see from the outside and inside!Really fun architecture and it was really cool to walk down towards what's also known as the "Candy Cane Church"Visited August 2019Written August 20, 2019
- Thelastdodo20London, United Kingdom462 contributionsBeautiful churchThis is a beautiful church - very unique in its decoration of red and white stripes both inside and out. It sounds garish but actually is very tasteful. We just stumbled on this church while strolling around La Candelaria, and can't believe none of the guidebooks seem to mention it. One of the nicest churches we've been to in South America (and we've been to a lot!). Definitely worth a visit - I would prioritise this over the cathedral, which is nothing special.Visited March 2016Traveled as a coupleWritten March 14, 2016
- TravelingforFun46Miami, Florida33 contributionsSuch an interesting church.This church is definitely worth stopping by to visit. The styles inside are so interesting. We liked our visit.Visited March 2020Written March 14, 2020
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Kevin S
Pontypridd, UK6,225 contributions
Jan 2023
Incorrect information and extremely unhelpful staff. Listed as open 07.30-11.30 every day, it isn't. We strolled past several times within these hours, closed. Then open once, a man on the door in some uniform trying to close it mumbling Spanish. I ignored him. He then continued with his mumbling until we left. A Christian, hardly an example of one, someone the church should be ashamed of. Pity, its an attractive church, it just has hopeless information and horrible people.
Written February 9, 2023
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Goal100Countries
Cheltenham, UK615 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
The Church here is marvelously original in it's design and it is so evident. The variegated paintings and marking on the pillars present something completely out of the ordinary that I have never seen in a church or cathedral. The main alter is wonderful and the markings on the ceiling are simply stunning. The stain glass windows are beautifully designed and on the whole this church is one of the most picturesque and aesthetic that I have been to.
Written January 16, 2019
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Ealsie
South Walsham, UK9 contributions
Jan 2021
You are not supposed to see it! That's why it is closed!! You do not take photos, guards are there!!
Written February 7, 2021
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Josefer M
Newfoundland, Canada30 contributions
Feb 2019
It is the difference amount the churches richesse in the Colombian Capital. You could breath the religious culture that takes part of the history of the city. Beautiful design, It is close at the Bolivar Place where the political powers share ideas to manage the country.
Written January 16, 2020
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Victoria W
Houston, TX137 contributions
Aug 2019
Really fun architecture and it was really cool to walk down towards what's also known as the "Candy Cane Church"
Written August 20, 2019
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Thelastdodo20
London, UK462 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
This is a beautiful church - very unique in its decoration of red and white stripes both inside and out. It sounds garish but actually is very tasteful. We just stumbled on this church while strolling around La Candelaria, and can't believe none of the guidebooks seem to mention it. One of the nicest churches we've been to in South America (and we've been to a lot!). Definitely worth a visit - I would prioritise this over the cathedral, which is nothing special.
Written March 14, 2016
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TravelingforFun46
Miami, FL33 contributions
Mar 2020
This church is definitely worth stopping by to visit. The styles inside are so interesting. We liked our visit.
Written March 14, 2020
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Remy
Oranjestad, Aruba150 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
One of the nicest churches in the city of Bogota. You don't pay a fee to enter. On Sunday services will be held.
Written December 12, 2019
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Cy G
Toronto, Canada36 contributions
Dec 2019
Location of this church can be busy and noisy and if you need a break from all of that, this church is a great place to rest the heart and soul. The atmosphere is cool and a place to wonder, yet being reverent, and admire the archetecture and history of the cathedral. A must see if you are into culture and history!
Written December 7, 2019
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Bethany R
Los Angeles, CA11 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Beautiful church! The stain glass windows and architecture were amazing. It only takes about 5-10 mins to walk through the whole thing. I would recommend going after you visit the botero museum because it’s about a 5 min walk up 12th street. I know people were asking about times it was open so I found signs the church had posted. Pics attached.
Written June 8, 2019
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Kitten712
Los Angeles, CA100 contributions
Does anyone know what day it is open? What hours?
Natalie Tanner B
Austin, TX788 contributions
I can't find the hours anywhere!
Simon13anderson
Canberra, Australia39 contributions
How old is the church?
JakeDeuceWalter
Fort Lauderdale, FL206 contributions
The church is 96 year old since stared the construction of it. it was finish in 1938.
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- Hotels near Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen:
- (0.01 mi) Cano Cristales Hostel
- (0.02 mi) Hotel Cabanas Los Almendros
- (0.03 mi) Bogota La Candelaria Room
- (0.13 mi) Hotel de la Opera
- (0.15 mi) The Orchids Hotel
- Restaurants near Santuario Nuestra Señora del Carmen:
- (0.07 mi) Maria Candelaria
- (0.08 mi) Cacao & Coffee House
- (0.05 mi) Moros y Cristianos
- (0.13 mi) Restaurante El Mirador
- (0.09 mi) Preisz Pasteleria
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