Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria 1708, Catholic church in La Candelaria, Caracas, Venezuela.
The rectangular church features three naves separated by Doric columns, with a presbytery and two side chapels beneath its neoclassical architecture.
Built in 1708, the church earned recognition as one of the four most important religious buildings in Caracas by 1875.
The annual celebration of Virgin of Candelaria includes a procession through the parish, followed by a mass led by local priests.
The church contains the remains of Doctor José Gregorio Hernández in its baptistery, drawing numerous visitors who come to pay their respects.
The interior houses a notable altarpiece dedicated to Our Lady of Coromoto, created by an unknown artist between 1767 and 1770.
Location: La Candelaria
GPS coordinates: 10.50531,-66.90428
Latest update: March 7, 2025 12:32
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