Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
Iglesia de San Francisco El Grande
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One of many ruined churches in the city, this multi-domed church is often visited by pilgrims seeking answers to their prayers from Friar Hermano Pedro, the beatified 17th-century monk buried inside.
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murali8121
Kochi (Cochin), India801 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
This church is visited by locals frequently to worship the shrine of Santo Hermano Pedro. The Franciscans constructed this church in 1579 when the one built earlier was severely damaged by earth quake. An expansion was done in later part of 16th century but again damaged in three earthquakes in the 17th century. A portion was reconstructed and the rest remain as ruins. Open from 6.00 am to 6.00 pm
Written February 7, 2020
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Katrina Julia
Atlanta, GA330 contributions
Mar 2021
One of the most beautiful churches and ruins I have ever visited is San Francisco Church in Antigua.
Built in the 16th century, and severely damaged in the 1717 earthquake. It is one of the most visited churches in Antigua for its Spanish Baroque architecture, as well as shrine of Santo Hermano Pedro.
Built in the 16th century, and severely damaged in the 1717 earthquake. It is one of the most visited churches in Antigua for its Spanish Baroque architecture, as well as shrine of Santo Hermano Pedro.
Written June 26, 2021
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Goal100Countries
Cheltenham, UK599 contributions
Dec 2018 • Solo
The church of San Francisco is my absolute favourite Church or Cathedral in Antigua. It offers some incredible paintings and mural and is seemingly modern compared to other churches and cathedrals. The atmosphere is very relaxing and it is clear to see that this place and Antigua in general is really centered around Jesus.
Written December 19, 2018
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verdantheart
46 contributions
Jan 2020
This church is truly the church of the people. It is filled with the indigenous both on holy days but year as well. To see the Processional from this church during Semana Sancta is mystical, beautiful and never to be forgotten.
The tomb of St. Hermano Pedro is in a side chapel and he is revered by the poor as he devoted his life to them. There are two Hermano Pedro hospitals in Antigua: the largest in the center of town and for the destitute, the other west of the Mecado and is for profit.
The tomb of St. Hermano Pedro is in a side chapel and he is revered by the poor as he devoted his life to them. There are two Hermano Pedro hospitals in Antigua: the largest in the center of town and for the destitute, the other west of the Mecado and is for profit.
Written February 7, 2020
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Marco
Quebec City, Canada1,937 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
You can get in for less than 10Q (1.35$US) and you will have all the time you want to wander around the beautiful ruins that are there.
After exploring the outside gardens, take some time to visit the museum and learn a little about Hermano Pedro.
You suggest that you plan at least one hour to visit this place.
After exploring the outside gardens, take some time to visit the museum and learn a little about Hermano Pedro.
You suggest that you plan at least one hour to visit this place.
Written September 27, 2016
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malholme
Lewes, UK522 contributions
Oct 2013 • Friends
This church is very unusual- with Maya rituals mixed with some Catholic doctrine. Quite unlike other chrches- masses of candles and very odd rituals. Well worth a visit but NO PHOTOGRAHING INSIDE- unless you wish to spend your holiday in a Guatemalan jail
Written November 4, 2013
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coolhandl
Salisbury, NC23 contributions
Jul 2012 • Friends
This is really more the shrine of Santo Hermano Pedro. It is very much worth seeing for the art and architecture, but there will be people there praying to the saint. Remember that these folks are going through hard times and be respectful and discreet. Cell phones and photography are not allowed, and this prohibition is enforced.
I don't usually care for Spanish Catholic symbolism, but the artistry is amazing, and the mural across from the tomb is really wonderful.
I don't usually care for Spanish Catholic symbolism, but the artistry is amazing, and the mural across from the tomb is really wonderful.
Written August 10, 2012
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DonnaandCraig
Doylestown, PA364 contributions
Aug 2012 • Couples
Worth the 5 quetzales (forty cents!) admission. This building houses and active worship space, plus a small museum and spacious ruins and grounds to wander in.
Written August 6, 2012
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Alan D
Lakewood, CO78 contributions
Mar 2023
We just stumbled upon the church while walking around Antigua. It has a lovely garden, interesting ruins and the church is nice
Written March 11, 2023
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Katherine Leigh
Rockford, IL17 contributions
Sept 2019
One of my favorite sights in Antigua!
So stinking pretty! Great for pictures & gawking!
My favorite church!
So stinking pretty! Great for pictures & gawking!
My favorite church!
Written September 30, 2019
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What are the hours for the church on Dec 24 and Dec 25? Thanks.
Written December 20, 2017
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