Basilica of Santa Capilla, Gothic Revival church in central Caracas, Venezuela.
The Basilica of Santa Capilla features three naves separated by columns supporting pointed arches, with a central tower topped by a spire.
President Antonio Guzman Blanco commissioned the construction of the basilica in 1883, replacing a former hermitage dedicated to San Sebastian from 1568.
The basilica maintains its role as a center for Catholic worship, with regular masses and religious ceremonies for the local community.
The basilica stands at the intersection of Santa Capilla and Avenida Urdaneta, within walking distance from other historical buildings in downtown Caracas.
Pope Pius XI designated this structure as a Minor Basilica in 1926, marking its significance within the Catholic hierarchy of Venezuelan churches.
Location: Caracas
Location: Libertador Municipality
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
GPS coordinates: 10.50620,-66.91400
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:14
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