Church of Saint Blaise of Nicoya, Colonial church in Nicoya, Costa Rica.
The Church of Saint Blaise features a white facade, central nave, and bell tower following Spanish colonial design principles.
Constructed in 1644, this religious building underwent major reconstruction in 1831 following earthquake damage and remains Costa Rica's final colonial structure.
The church represents the initial contact between Spanish colonizers and the indigenous Chorotega people during the early colonial period.
Located one hour from Tamarindo, the church offers access to visitors interested in religious architecture and regional history.
The Ministry of Culture and Youth invested 670 million colones to restore this structure after recent earthquake damages.
Location: Nicoya
GPS coordinates: 10.14449,-85.45428
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:51
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