Historic Churches of Quito
Quito’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, preserves one of the most significant collections of colonial religious architecture in the Americas. This list features landmarks ranging from the Neo-Gothic spires of the Basilica of the National Vow to the gold-leaf interiors of La Compañía de Jesús. These sites showcase the 'Quito School' of art, blending European Baroque and Renaissance styles with indigenous influences. Key highlights include the 16th-century San Francisco complex and the Metropolitan Cathedral, which houses important national monuments and religious relics.
A Basilica of the National Vow
The Basilica of the National Vow is a Roman Catholic church located in the historic center of Quito, Ecuador.
B Church and Convent of St. Francis
The Basilica and Convent of San Francisco, commonly known as el San Francisco, is a Catholic basilica that stands in the middle of the…
C Church of La Compañía, Quito
The Church and Convent of San Ignacio de Loyola de la Compañía de Jesús de Quito, also known in the Ecuadorian people simply as La Compañía…
Catedral Metropolitana Quito
Located on the Plaza Grande, this 16th-century cathedral is one of the oldest in South America. It features a blend of Gothic-Mudéjar and Baroque styles and serves as the final resting place for independence hero Antonio José de Sucre.
Iglesia de Santo Domingo
Established by the Dominican Order in the late 1500s, this church is renowned for its ornate Baroque carvings and the Chapel of the Virgin of the Rosary. The complex includes a museum showcasing significant works from the Quito School of art.
F San Agustín Monastery
A beautiful convent and church decorated with paintings from Quitan art school. The Ecuadorian declaration of independence was signed here.
G El Sagrario Church
La Iglesia de El Sagrario is a Renaissance Catholic church in the city of Quito, capital of Ecuador.
H Guápulo Church
An impressive church and a religious sanctuary with a long history. Peek inside and see the image of Virgin of Guadalupe.
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