Capilla Santa Gemma, Catholic chapel on El Calvario hill in Tandil, Argentina.
The chapel features three Roman arches at its entrance, leading to a small atrium constructed entirely from local granite materials.
Inaugurated on January 12, 1947, this chapel stands as the first sanctuary in the Americas dedicated to Saint Gemma Galgani.
The granite altar, confessionals, columns, and floors were crafted by renowned Tandil artisans Pedro Pedrotti and Jose Pisculich.
The chapel remains open for religious ceremonies and visitation, situated at coordinates -37.328997, -59.152604 on El Calvario hill.
The chapel's roof incorporates French slate tiles, while the altar area displays two relief windows with lily motifs created by Jose Santiago Berna.
GPS coordinates: -37.32900,-59.15260
Latest update: March 25, 2025 23:28
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