San Cristóbal de las Casas

Kostoly v San Cristóbal de las Casas

Historic Churches

San Cristóbal de las Casas is home to a collection of colonial religious structures dating back to the 16th century. This list highlights the city's architectural evolution, from the 1537 construction of La Merced Monastery to the ornate 17th-century Baroque facade of the Templo de Santo Domingo. Notable features include the unique Mudejar-style tower of the Carmen Temple and the original 17th-century state of the San Nicolás Temple, located behind the central cathedral. These sites represent the Franciscan and Dominican heritage that shaped the city's historic center.

Historic Churches — Mapa

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Saint Domingo Church

The beautiful 17th-century church is a natural dominant of the charming colonial center. What a beautiful monument!

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B

Iglesia de Guadalupe

Built in 1834, this church sits atop a hill at the end of Real de Guadalupe street. It is reached by a long flight of stairs and offers panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains.

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C

Cathedral of San Cristobal

The colorful Baroque facade of this church stands out from its surroundings. It survived many earthquakes and still retains its splendor.

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D

San Francisco Church

This church is all that's left from a monastery built by the Franciscans in the 16th century. A hidden gem with beautiful interior.

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E

Carmen Temple

This 17th-century structure clearly stands out from its surroundings thanks to its faithful adaptation of the Mudejar style.

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F

San Nicolás Temple

What a peculiar church! Built at the back of the cathedral in the 17th century, it still remains in its original state which is quite rare.

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G

La Merced Monastery

Being one of the first sacral buildings in the city, this monastery was built in 1537. It still retains its simple but striking beauty.