Santo Domingo convent

Santo Domingo is a convent and basilica built in the classical style located in the San Telmo neighborhood of Buenos Aires. The interior displays three naves with barrel vaults and marble-covered columns decorated with relief patterns across their surfaces.

Dominican friars settled at this location in 1606 and construction of the present building began in 1751 under the direction of Turin architect Antonio Masella. The site later witnessed the British invasions and served as a location for military confrontations during colonial times.

The convent stands as a national monument of Argentina, housing religious services, educational programs, and regular community prayer sessions in the heart of Buenos Aires.

The church opens daily for masses at 12:30 on weekdays and at 11:00 on Sundays and confession is available during services. Guided tours of the building can be arranged in advance.

A mausoleum inside preserves the remains of Manuel Belgrano, who was buried wearing Dominican robes. Captured British military flags from the 1807 battles still hang inside the church as reminders of the defense of the city.

Location: Buenos Aires

Inception: 1773

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: -34.61306,-58.37167

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:22