Church and Convent of Capuchins, Spanish baroque convent in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
The stone church facade and circular retreat tower form part of an extensive religious complex designed by architect Diego de Porres in 1736.
King Felipe V approved the construction of the convent in 1725, allowing the Capuchin Order to establish their presence in Santiago de los Caballeros.
The convent introduced two categories of nuns: discalced sisters following strict poverty rules and urban sisters maintaining external connections and personal possessions.
The building now functions as the headquarters of the National Council for the Protection of Antigua Guatemala, featuring colonial art exhibitions.
The circular tower contains nineteen individual cells arranged around a central chamber, representing an early example of apartment-style living in Latin America.
Location: Santiago de los Caballeros de Guatemala
Inception: 1736
Architectural style: Hispanic baroque
GPS coordinates: 14.56068,-90.73235
Latest update: May 16, 2025 12:09
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