Iglesia Maria Auxiliadora (Mary Help of Christians Church), Asuncion
In Paraguay, devotion to Mary Help of Christians Church began with the arrival on July 23, 1896, of the Salesians, a Roman Catholic religious order. The Salesians founded Bishop Lasagna School, which had an attached chapel dedicated to Mary Help of Christians Church. Construction on a large sanctuary began on May 24, 1980. In 1985, the dome, stained glass windows and floors were completed. The sanctuary was blessed in 1989 by the archbishop of Asunción, Bishop Ismael Rolon. Today, devotion to Mary Help of Christians Church is widespread throughout Paraguay.
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Sight Name: Iglesia Maria Auxiliadora (Mary Help of Christians Church)
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