Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in Maracay, Syrian Catholic cathedral in Maracay, Venezuela
The cathedral stands on the main street of San Jacinto district, characterized by its architectural design that incorporates elements from Middle Eastern religious traditions.
The cathedral construction began on December 25, 1986, marking the establishment of the Syrian Catholic religious presence in central Venezuela.
The cathedral serves as the center for Syrian Catholic rituals and celebrations, representing one of three parishes following this Eastern Catholic tradition in Venezuela.
Religious services at the cathedral follow the Syrian Catholic rite, with regular masses conducted in accordance with Eastern Christian liturgical traditions.
This religious building functions as the seat of the Syrian Apostolic Exarchate of Venezuela, established by Pope John Paul II in 2001.
Location: Maracay
GPS coordinates: 10.23981,-67.55994
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:53
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