Religious sites in Guatemala City

Guatemala's Sacred Sites

Guatemala City's religious landscape features architectural landmarks spanning four centuries. This collection includes the 17th-century Cerrito del Carmen, the city's oldest church, alongside the eclectic, neo-Gothic Capilla de Yurrita and the neoclassical Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. The list represents diverse spiritual traditions, from historic Catholic parishes and the English-speaking Union Church to modern Latter-day Saint meetinghouses, illustrating the capital's evolution from colonial origins to a multicultural urban center.

Guatemala's Sacred Sites — Map

A

Cerrito del Carmen church

A historic jewel! This church surrounded by a small garden set on a hill, was built in 17th century.

B

Union Church of Guatemala

The effort of English-speaking community in Guatemala is supporting this church in holding masses and other religious activities in English.

C

La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días

Meetinghouse and administrative center for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

D

Parroquia del Espíritu Santo (Las Charcas)

Catholic parish church serving the Las Charcas community.

E

Capilla de Yurrita

An eclectic 20th-century chapel featuring a mix of neo-Gothic, Moorish, and Baroque styles, built as a private votive offering by the Yurrita family.

F

Iglesia Santo Domingo

Neoclassical basilica completed in 1808, home to the Virgin of the Rosary and known for its extensive silverwork and historic religious processions.

G

Iglesia Esquipulitas

Catholic church dedicated to the Black Christ of Esquipulas.

H

Iglesia Divino Redentor

Catholic parish church located in Zone 11.

I

Parroquia San Pablo Apóstol

Catholic place of worship serving the local community in Zone 7.

J

Ciudad Vieja

Historic Catholic church in the Ciudad Vieja district, reflecting traditional Spanish colonial architectural influences.

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