St. Anthony Cathedral, Huancavelica

The Saint Anthony Cathedral exhibits Churrigueresque architecture with a symmetrical facade, intricate stone carvings, and twin bell towers reaching toward the sky.

Construction of this religious structure began in the early 17th century, with its completion marked in 1608 under the direction of Tonsurados builders.

The cathedral contains multiple retablos and religious artworks that demonstrate the fusion of Spanish colonial and indigenous Andean artistic traditions.

Visitors can attend daily mass services at the cathedral, which opens its doors from early morning until evening, with extended hours during religious festivals.

The cathedral's location at 3,660 meters above sea level makes it one of the highest elevation religious structures in Peru's central highlands.

Location: Huancavelica

Inception: 1608

Architectural style: Churrigueresque

GPS coordinates: -12.78780,-74.97310

Latest update: March 14, 2025 17:52