Our Lady of Candelaria Parish, San Salvador

Our Lady of Candelaria Parish, San Salvador

Our Lady of Candelaria Parish was built in 1816 and has an area of 580 square meters around it. It took its style from Europe. The exterior columns on the front part of the church have a Greek style and represent some elements of the Corinthian style from 550 BC. The interior is simple, dedicated to Virgins of the Catholic Church. The facade has a classic bronze lamp and a tower of 18 meters. Now it is a symbol of legacy of the area's ancestors.
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Sight Name: Our Lady of Candelaria Parish
Sight Location: San Salvador, El Salvador (See walking tours in San Salvador)
Sight Type: Religious

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles