Catedral de San Jose
Catedral de San Jose
4.5
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Dmitry Borodin
Moscow, Russia2,884 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Antigua doesn't have many worthwhile historical attractions. And this is one of them: in addition to the functioning temple itself, there are ancient ruins, which are very photogenic and interesting from a historical point of view. Entrance costs a reasonable $3, the area is small, but there is a lot to see and, most importantly, it is truly a historical place. At the exit, a local resident sells cute handmade figurines...
Written March 23, 2024
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pinkmomma3
Winston Salem, NC132 contributions
Jul 2022
Such a stunning ruin!! LOVE the open ceilings. Can you imagine how gorgeous this structure was prior to the devastating earthquakes?? The intricate stone carvings in the ceiling unlock only a small portion of this cathedral's prior majesty. Be sure to go on a day when the skies are blue and there is no rain.
Written September 12, 2022
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Dr. Tim
Marana, AZ5,089 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Cathedral of Saint Joseph was originally built in 1541 then after a few earthquakes was demolished and rebuilt in 1680. On our Blue Planet tour we first viewed the ruins which is enormous then exited the ruins and went into the existing Cathedral to see what it looks like today. It was really amazing to see the ruins of what once was, but then to see what it currently is right next door. I can’t think of anyplace I’ve been where the old is right there with the new. Very interesting and beautiful! Highly recommend!
Written March 5, 2020
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Ricardo Alessandro
Brazil455 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
Interesting visit to Antigua. Ruins of an old cathedral that was hit by an earthquake and has since stopped operating. The uncovered ceiling just shows how grand this church was. The visit is cool and very different but there isn't much else to see there other than just walking around the ruins and taking some beautiful photos
Written September 2, 2023
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Chessi Hunter
35 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Beautiful ruins with helpful information boards in multiple languages. Cheap entry at Q20 but not that big. Relatively quick stop. Was not very busy when we went at all. Saw two other groups going round.
Written April 15, 2024
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lop8308
Houston, TX91 contributions
Dec 2019
The sheer size of this place will amaze you. Plan on a few hours as the museum collection is extensive and well worht the time and effort to walk through all the corredors on all floors.
Written March 2, 2020
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Mela B
Guatemala City, Guatemala255 contributions
Feb 2019
I was here for a wedding and oh my God was it beautiful! You can appreciate the architecture while looking at the gorgeous blue sky
Written August 6, 2019
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Summerasalifestyle
Malibu, CA3,587 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
I first went to the active church area which is kinda quaint and very in the athletic for the area. Still has some holiday decorations up ( likely till the saint feast day)
It still has masses regularly.
But go backside across from colonial museo (also a must see) and see the cathedral and sky.
It still has masses regularly.
But go backside across from colonial museo (also a must see) and see the cathedral and sky.
Written January 5, 2024
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selyoink
Washington271 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Beautiful ruins, the arches without the domes are a stunning sight and make for perfect photos. Worth the minimal ticket and doesn't require much time.
Written November 9, 2023
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Kim
Escazu, Costa Rica61 contributions
Jan 2023
The earthquakes in the 1700s devastated this area and this cathedral lost it's ceiling. It is eerie and beautiful to wander around here and see the remnants of what obviously was (and still is) a gorgeous church.
Written February 6, 2023
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