Churches of Chiloé

The sixteen churches display intricate timber construction with wooden shingles covering both walls and roofs across the Chiloé archipelago.

Spanish Jesuits collaborated with local builders in the 17th century to construct these churches, which indigenous people maintained during missionary absences.

The churches represent the Chilota School architectural style, combining Spanish colonial elements with indigenous building techniques from boat construction methods.

Visitors can explore these UNESCO World Heritage churches throughout the year, with guided tours available in multiple locations across the archipelago.

The churches were built using wooden pegs instead of metal nails, demonstrating advanced joinery techniques adapted to withstand the region's humid climate.

Location: Chiloé Province

Architectural style: Chilotan architecture

Made from material: wood

GPS coordinates: -42.50000,-73.76667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43