Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral, Girardota

Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral is a church building in Girardota featuring a rectangular layout with one central nave and two side naves, supported by cylindrical brick columns and thick load-bearing walls. The structure displays Romanesque Revival elements and serves as a center for local worship.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1890 based on designs by French architect Charles Emile Carre and was completed in 1922. The extended building project shaped the religious life of the region for generations.

The cathedral houses a revered image of the Fallen Lord of Girardota, drawing pilgrims who seek spiritual connection through prayers and offerings left at the shrine. Visitors can observe how people practice their devotion and express personal intentions at this place.

The building is accessible on Sundays for religious services at various times throughout the day, with additional hours during the week for other services and prayers. Visitors should dress appropriately and be respectful, as this is an active place of worship.

After an earthquake in 1979, structural reinforcements with concrete were added without damaging the original Romanesque Revival elements. This restoration allowed the building to maintain its architectural identity while becoming more stable.

Location: Girardota

Inception: 1922

Architects: Charles Émile Carré

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 6.37673,-75.44577

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:09