Old Cathedral of Managua

The Old Cathedral of Managua exhibits a neoclassical design with Belgian-made iron framework and architectural elements similar to Saint-Sulpice church in Paris.

Construction of the cathedral started in 1928 under Belgian engineer Pablo Dambach, survived the 1931 earthquake, but sustained severe damage during the 1972 earthquake.

The cathedral remains a central monument of Nicaraguan architectural heritage, displaying the fusion of European construction techniques with Central American religious traditions.

Visitors can observe the cathedral exterior and view the interior through protective iron bars, as structural concerns prevent public access to the building.

The cathedral's original tower clock, damaged during the 1980s civil war, now resides in the National Palace of Culture of Nicaragua.

Location: Managua

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Address: 2a Avenida N.E, Managua 11002, Nicaragua 11002 Managua 11002 Managua

Phone: +50522527330

Website: https://facebook.com/pages/Antigua-catedral-de-Managua/154545004578818?fref=ts&refid=12&ref=opera_speed_dial

GPS coordinates: 12.15635,-86.27135

Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:54