Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria Basilica - Medellin, Colombia - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

Medellín's most important church stands guard just east of Parque Berrío. This was the first parish of Medellín. In 1649 it was built of wood and thatch. It was built in 1767 under a neoclassical architecture style. In 1970 Pope Paul VI gave this the title of Minor Basilica. In addition to priceless works of religious art, such as painting of the Virgin of Candelaria, you can see the silver altar and the organ of seven tons imported from Germany in 1850.

Thanks to the historical and architectural wealth of the colonial character basilica was designated a National Monument.

More Info: Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 06/12/1767 Age of Church building determined by?: Other reliable source If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 6:00 AM To: 6:30 PM Street address of Church: Carrera 50 No. 50-72 Medellin, Antioquia Colombia Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Not listed Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed

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