Religious sites in Michoacán

Mexico's Sacred Sites

Michoacán’s religious landscape features a diverse collection of spiritual sites, from the 16th-century Basilica of Our Lady of Health in Pátzcuaro to the gold-leafed Baroque interiors of Morelia's Guadalupe Shrine. This list includes unique architectural landmarks like the 18th-century Santuario del Señor de La Piedad and the haunting ruins of San Juan Parangaricutiro, partially buried by volcanic lava. Visitors can explore historic Catholic cathedrals, quiet village parishes, and modern Kingdom Halls, reflecting the region's deep-rooted colonial history and contemporary faith.

Mexico's Sacred Sites — Map

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A

Ruinas del Santuario del Señor de los Milagros

The remains of a 19th-century church partially buried by the 1943 lava flow from the Parícutin volcano.

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B

Basilica of Our Lady of Health

Visit this unique yet unfinished cathedral dating back to the 16th century and admire the beauty of its interior.

C

Guadalupe Shrine

Go through the unique portal and discover the colorful and gold-plated interior of this beautiful Baroque church.

D

Templo de San Jose

Catholic church located in the historic center of Morelia.

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E

Santuario del Señor de La Piedad

An 18th-century sanctuary in La Piedad, featuring a massive dome and neoclassical architectural elements.

F

Catedral de Guadalupe

Modern Catholic cathedral serving the city of Apatzingán.

G

Iglesia de Santa Rosa

Catholic church located in the Los Reyes municipality.

H

Capilla de Santa Catalina de Alejandría

Small chapel dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria.

I

Parroquía de Nuestra Señora de la Salud

Roman Catholic parish church in the Tacámbaro region.

J

Catedral de María Inmaculada del Rosario

The main cathedral for the Diocese of Tacámbaro.

K

Parroquia de San Nicolás Tolentino

Parish church located in the town of Teremendo de los Reyes.

L

Templo del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús

Catholic church dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

M

Templo de Santiago Apostol

Historic church dedicated to Saint James the Apostle.

N

Iglesia San francisco de Asis

Church dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi in Apatzingán.

O

Iglesia de San Lorenzo

Local church serving the community of San Lorenzo.

P

Parroquia de San Pedro Apostol

Parish church in the municipality of Paracho.

Q

Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol

Roman Catholic church in Angahuan, known for its Moorish-influenced architectural details.

R

Iglesia de La Asunción

Catholic place of worship in the Lombardía region.

S

Parroquia de Santa María de Guadalupe

Parish church dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe.

T

Iglesia de Guadalupe

Local church dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe.

U

Templo del Sagrado Corazón de Jesus

Catholic temple in the Buenavista municipality.

V

Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Esperanza

Local Catholic church.

W

Iglesia católica

Catholic church in the town of Churumuco.

X

Iglesia del Señor Santiago

Roman Catholic church located in the village of Santiago Conguripo.

Y

Iglesia Candelaria

Church located in the coastal region of Lázaro Cárdenas.

Z

Catedral de nuestra señora de la Asunción

Cathedral located in the city of Apatzingán.

virgen de guadalupe

Catholic site dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Templo Expiatorio de Nuestra Señora de Lourdes

Roman Catholic expiatory temple in Apatzingán.

Escuela de Enfermería de Apatzingán, Michoacán

Local religious site in Apatzingán.

Parroquia de la Santísima Trinidad

Parish church dedicated to the Holy Trinity in Uruapan.

San Pedro Apostol

Catholic church in the Churumuco region.

Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.

Parroquia de San Diego de Alcalá

Parish church in Quiroga.

Convento Santa Ana

16th-century Franciscan convent and former monastery in Tzintzuntzan.

Templo de La Soledad

Church located adjacent to the Santa Ana convent in Tzintzuntzan.

Parroquia del Señor del Perdón

Parish church in the town of Ziracuaretiro.

Parroquia de Santiago Apostol

Parish church in the town of Tingambato.

Salon del Reino de los testigos di Geova

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Pátzcuaro.

Iglesia Niño Dios

Local Catholic church in Pátzcuaro.

Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Sagrario

Church located in the Pátzcuaro region.

Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Rosario

Sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary.

Santuario de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios

Catholic sanctuary in the city of Jiquilpan.

Parroquia de San José

Parish church in the Tacámbaro area.

Iglesia de San Juan Bautista

Church dedicated to Saint John the Baptist in Yurécuaro.

Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol

Catholic church in the Sahuayo municipality.

Santuario de la Virgen de la Asunción.

Sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin of the Assumption in Tangancícuaro.

Parroquia del Señor de La Paz

Parish church in the town of Churintzio.

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