Basílica de los Sacramentinos, Catholic basilica in central Santiago, Chile.
The Basílica de los Sacramentinos is a Catholic church in central Santiago with a prominent central dome rising 69 meters high. The building combines Romanesque and Byzantine architectural elements throughout its structure and consists of two levels: an underground crypt lit by high windows and an upper church elevated 1.8 meters above street level.
Construction began in 1911 under architect Ricardo Larraín Bravo, with the crypt completed in 1919 and the upper church finished in 1934. The structure received a blessing from Pope Pius X in 1910 and holds the designation of National Votive Temple commemorating Chile's independence centennial.
The interior displays French stained glass windows and European marble at the communion rails, reflecting artistic heritage from abroad. These elements shape how the space looks and speak to the craftsmanship visitors can observe today.
Entry to the upper church is through an elevated entrance, while the underground crypt is reached via dedicated stairs. Visitors should expect different lighting conditions, as the crypt relies on high windows for illumination while the upper level receives natural light from outside.
The facade features sculptures by Chilean artist Aliro Pereira, which form a distinctive aspect of the exterior. These artworks reflect local artistic involvement and give the structure a personal connection to Chile's art scene.
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