Porta Cæli Cathedral, Mexico City

The Porta Cæli Cathedral displays white stone walls, symmetrical forms, and classical elements that define its Neoclassical architectural style in downtown Mexico City.

Founded as a Dominican church in 1603, the Porta Cæli Cathedral underwent construction until 1711 and later became the main church of the Greek Melkite Catholic community.

Eight Byzantine murals painted between 1970 and 1979 inside the cathedral represent important Biblical scenes, including the Annunciation and the Nativity.

The cathedral maintains regular opening hours for visitors and worshippers, with services conducted according to the Melkite Greek Catholic traditions under Bishop Joseph Khawam's leadership.

The cathedral preserves a replica of the Cristo Negro, while the original revered image was transferred to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City in 1935.

Location: Mexico City

Inception: 1711

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 19.43345,-99.14020

Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:36