Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption, Popayán, Neoclassical cathedral and basilica in Popayán, Colombia.
The Cathedral Basilica features white stone walls, grand columns, and symmetrical design elements following Neoclassical architectural principles.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1540 and reached completion in 1682, marking the establishment of Spanish religious presence in the region.
The cathedral houses numerous religious artifacts and serves as the main church for Catholic ceremonies and celebrations in the Archdiocese of Popayán.
Visitors can attend daily mass services, with additional confession times available on Fridays and Saturdays through the parish office.
The building contained the Crown of the Andes until its relocation to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
Location: Popayán
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
GPS coordinates: 2.44142,-76.60649
Latest update: June 13, 2025 19:03
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