Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Carmen

The church facade features twenty-four columns across two levels, adorned with intricate geometric and plant patterns carved in stucco.

The initial construction began in 1638, followed by rebuilding in 1686 and 1728 due to earthquake damage throughout its existence.

The absence of religious images on the facade, except for a central niche that held Our Lady of Carmen, sets this church apart from other colonial structures.

The church remains stand near the El Carmen Handicraft Market, where visitors can purchase traditional textiles, wood crafts, jade, ceramics, and leather goods.

The symmetrical arrangement of paired columns resting on decorated podiums suggests architectural influences from the Book of Revelation.

Location: Antigua Guatemala

Architectural style: Hispanic baroque

GPS coordinates: 14.56032,-90.73883

Latest update: March 19, 2025 08:55