Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Renaissance church in Tacotalpa, Mexico.
The iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción is a Renaissance-style church built with stone walls and two tall towers that define the town's skyline in Tacotalpa. Inside, a rectangular nave features wooden beam ceilings, stone baptismal font, and retains much of its original structure from the 18th century.
Construction of the church began in 1703 under José Antonio Torres and was completed in 1710 with the consecration by Bishop Pedro de los Ríos de Madrid. The building survived major floods from the Sierra River that destroyed many neighboring colonial structures in the region.
This church remains the focal point of the town's spiritual and social life, serving as a gathering place for the community across generations. The stone building with its twin towers became a symbol of the faith and resilience of local residents.
The church sits at the heart of Tacotalpa town, making it easy to reach on foot from the main streets and plaza. The solid stone construction and well-maintained structure make it accessible year-round without special precautions or timing concerns.
Between 1928 and 1934, local people hid religious images and sacred objects in mountain caves to protect them during a period of anti-religious activities in the region. The building also served as cavalry quarters and a military barracks at different times, but eventually returned to its religious purpose.
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