Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cathedral, El Vigia

The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a religious building in El Vigia featuring a distinctive brick bell tower and a main entrance with additional side doors along its facade. Inside, supporting columns divide the interior while large and small windows allow daylight to fill the worship space.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1957 when the Archbishop of Mérida placed the foundation stone. This marked the start of a building process to create a major religious center for the city.

The cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help and serves as the spiritual center for the Catholic community in the city. Visitors can see how the space brings people together for worship and religious celebrations that mark the rhythm of local life.

The cathedral can be accessed through multiple doors along its front and sides, making it easy to find your way in. The interior is well-lit and clearly laid out, so you can navigate the worship space without difficulty.

The building was designed by a priest and combines concrete structures with granite decorative elements on its exterior. This blend of modern concrete with traditional stone craftsmanship gives the cathedral its distinctive character.