Church of the Society of Jesus, Jesuit baroque church in Historic Center, Ecuador.
The church interior contains wooden carvings, extensive gold leaf decorations, green domes, and numerous sculptures along its central nave and altarpiece.
Construction of this religious complex started in 1605 under architect Nicolas Duran Mastrilli and continued for 160 years until completion in 1765.
The church features 44 paintings from the Quito School artists, including the notable series of 16 Prophets by Nicolas Javier de Goribar.
Located at Garcia Moreno and Sucre streets intersection, the church offers guided tours in English and Spanish to explain its architectural elements.
The entrance incorporates Inca sun symbols and indigenous faces within its decorative elements, reflecting the fusion of European and local traditions.
Location: Quito
Inception: 1605
Architectural style: Spanish Baroque architecture
Website: http://ficj.org.ec
GPS coordinates: -0.22083,-78.51389
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:19
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