A2Z Languages - Sucre, Bolivia

Sucre Spanish Language Programs Iglesia de San Francisco

The church has two towers by the entrance. One of them is a historical monument for it houses the bell of the freedom which sounded out the call of independence on 25th May 1809. It possesses a notable mudejar paneled ceiling executed in cedar wood that continues to where the adjacent chapels cross the main nave. Embedded to the atrium of the church is the neo-classical arcade of San Francisco.

Metropolitan Cathedral

The Metropolitan Cathedral is the most significant religious monument in Sucre. Construction began in 1559 and was finally completed in 1712. The result was a mixture of renaissance style and mixed baroque styles of architecture. Of interest are the statues of the twelve apostles and four patron saints of Sucre. A valuable collection of paintings by Montufar, representing the martyrdom of the apostles, decorate the walls.

Iglesia de San Miguel

The Church of San Miguel was originally a Jesuit church built in the 16th century reopened after 120 years. It contains carved and painted ceilings, pure-white walls gold and silver altar. The church contains some very nice paintings and sculptures.

Chapel of the Virgin of Guadalupe

The chapel was built in 1617 and houses the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, painted by Fray Diego de Ocaña in 1601. Over the centuries the image has been covered by offerings from innumerable devotees. The painting was reinforced with a plate of gold and silver, representing the mantle of the Virgin in 1748.

Iglesia de la Merced

Built in the 16th century the interior of la Merced is extreamly beautiful with he altarpiece of the main altar, carved in cedar and gilded with a gold leaf. This church exhibits several paintings of Melchor Peréz de Holguín as well as sculptures of other artists.

Convento de San Felipe Neri

Massive 17th century church and monastery, built in the neoclassical style with beautiful courtyards and cloisters. The church was originally constructed of stone, but was later covered with a layer of stucco. It houses a nice painting of the Last Supper hangs amongst others.

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