Iglesia de Santo Tomás, Church in Guatemala
The Iglesia de Santo Tomás is a Roman Catholic church situated atop a pre-Columbian temple platform.
Constructed in 1540 over an altar of the pre-Hispanic Maya civilization, it blends Spanish and indigenous influences.
Each of the 18 steps that lead up to the church represents one month of the Maya calendar year.
The church is still used for religious purposes and traditional Maya rituals.
The fusion of Tz'utujil Maya and Catholic traditions can be observed during market days with incense and flowers.
Location: Chichicastenango
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