Catedral de San Felipe, Catholic cathedral in San Felipe, Venezuela.
Catedral de San Felipe stands on 7th Avenue between Caracas Avenue and 9 Street with a modern architectural design by Erasmo Calvani. The building accommodates Catholic congregations and operates under the Roman Rite tradition.
The current cathedral building was completed in 1973 and replaced an earlier colonial structure. The Diocese of San Felipe was established in 1966, making this church its cathedral seat.
The cathedral serves as the spiritual center of Yaracuy and is regularly visited by the local Catholic community. Worshippers gather here for Mass and religious celebrations that shape the religious life of the city.
The building is located in the city center at an easily accessible location with a clear address. Visitors should check visiting hours in advance and wear respectful clothing.
The construction was one of the first major modern religious buildings in the region and set new standards for church architecture. The design combines contemporary building forms with its function as a diocesan seat, making it a notable example of 20th century Venezuelan church architecture.
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