Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Elevation, Minor basilica and cathedral in Ambato, Ecuador
The Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Elevation stands between Bolivar and Montalvo streets, facing Juan Montalvo Park in central Ambato.
Following the 1949 earthquake that damaged the previous structure, the current cathedral was constructed and inaugurated in 1954 as a symbol of local recovery.
The cathedral serves as the main religious center for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ambato, established by Pope Pius XII through the papal bull Quae ad maius.
Regular Catholic services take place in this cathedral, with Bishop Jorge Giovanny Pazmiño Abril leading the congregation and overseeing diocesan activities.
The cathedral structure combines neo-Gothic and modern architectural elements, featuring detailed stained glass windows that illuminate biblical narratives throughout the interior.
Location: Ambato
GPS coordinates: -1.24166,-78.62884
Latest update: March 22, 2025 00:41
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