Iglesia de la Encarnacion (Church of the Incarnation), Asuncion
Built in 1889, Church of the Incarnation is a temple of worship located in the hills of the city. The church was designed by Italian architect Juan Colombo in the Roman Corinthian style, similar to other European cathedrals. Gothic elements are evident throughout the church. The interior of the church is brightly illuminated, as numerous windows let in the natural light.
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Iglesia de la Encarnacion (Church of the Incarnation) on Map
Sight Name: Iglesia de la Encarnacion (Church of the Incarnation)
Sight Location: Asuncion, Paraguay (See walking tours in Asuncion)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Asuncion, Paraguay (See walking tours in Asuncion)
Sight Type: Religious
Walking Tours in Asuncion, Paraguay
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Asuncion Introduction Walking Tour
Sitting proudly on the eastern bank of the mighty Paraguay River is the vibrant capital of Paraguay, Asunción.
Established in 1537 by the Spanish explorer Juan de Salazar y Espinosa, this city is one of the oldest in South America. Its official name reads "Nuestra Señora de la Asunción" which means “Our Lady of the Assumption.” The fort that preceded the city was founded on... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Established in 1537 by the Spanish explorer Juan de Salazar y Espinosa, this city is one of the oldest in South America. Its official name reads "Nuestra Señora de la Asunción" which means “Our Lady of the Assumption.” The fort that preceded the city was founded on... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles