Our Lady of Mercy Cathedral, Machala, Catholic cathedral in Machala, Ecuador.
The cathedral features a white exterior facade with two symmetrical bell towers and a central rose window facing the main town square.
The religious structure traces its origins to 1747, with major architectural renovations completed in 1885, 1900, and 1928 to accommodate the growing community.
The cathedral serves as the seat of the Diocese of Machala, established by Pope Paul VI in 1969 through the papal bull 'Quem admodum'.
Religious services occur daily with masses at 07:30 and 19:30 on weekdays, while Sundays offer four different mass times at 07:00, 10:00, 17:00, and 19:00.
The cathedral stands on the site of a former cemetery, integrating historical elements of the region into its current religious and social functions.
Location: Machala
GPS coordinates: -3.26975,-79.96536
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:25
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