Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Coromoto, National shrine and minor basilica in Guanare, Venezuela.
The basilica features substantial concrete structures and angular geometrical shapes following brutalist architectural principles, situated 25 kilometers from central Guanare.
Construction of the religious complex began in 1980 under architects Juan Capdevila Elías and Erasmo Calvani, reaching completion and consecration in 1996.
The basilica stands at the location where Virgin Mary appeared to Chief Coromoto in 1652, establishing a foundation for Catholic faith in Venezuela.
The religious center maintains facilities for prayer, reflection, and community gatherings, with Father Allender Hernández serving as the current pastor.
Pope Benedict XVI elevated the shrine to minor basilica status in 2007, reinforcing its position as Venezuela's primary Catholic pilgrimage destination.
Location: Guanare
Architectural style: brutalist architecture
Website: http://santuariobasilicacoromoto.com
GPS coordinates: 8.91542,-69.77289
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:14
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