San Ignacio Miní

The archaeological site spans across the central plaza with large stone buildings, including a church, cabildo, housing quarters, and educational facilities in red sandstone.

The Jesuit settlement, founded in 1610 by priests José Cataldino and Simón Masseta, moved to its current location in 1696 after attacks from Portuguese slave hunters.

The architecture combines European Baroque design with Guaraní artistic elements visible in stone carvings depicting angels, doves, and regional flora throughout the structures.

The ruins stand 56 kilometers from Posadas along National Route 12, with on-site facilities including a museum and interpretation center for educational purposes.

The mission structures, constructed without metal tools or mortar, demonstrate advanced engineering through precisely fitted red sandstone blocks that remain standing after centuries.

Location: San Ignacio

Location: Misiones Province

Part of: Jesuit missions among the Guaraní

Website: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/275

GPS coordinates: -27.25528,-55.53167

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:42