San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral Tours

San Cristobal de las Casas Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and night scenes
San Cristobal de las Casas Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and religious aspects
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San Cristobal de las Casas Cathedral which includes heritage elements
San Cristobal de las Casas Cathedral showing heritage elements and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people


In the heart of the historic center, discover a colorful cathedral and one of the most significant buildings of this traditional Mexican city.

The Catedral de San Cristóbal is a beautiful construction in the old quarter of the colonial city of San Cristóbal de las Casas, in Chiapas. The building was once a modest church, built in the 16th century and dedicated to the Virgen de la Asunción (Virgin of the Assumption). It was later torn down to build an elegant cathedral dedicated to San Cristóbal, the patron of the city. Visit Catedral de San Cristóbal to discover a fantastic construction full of baroque, Moorish and indigenous influences.

Take stunning photos of the Catedral de San Cristóbal’s main feature, the yellow and dark orange façade. It was finished in the 18th century however, some of the ornamental features were added in the 20th century. Marvel at the rich baroque style of the façade, with several columns and niches holding statues of San Pedro (Saint Peter) and San Pablo (Saint Paul), among others. Observe how the cathedral is divided into three horizontal and three vertical levels and has beautiful white stucco details.

Wander along the elegant interior of the cathedral to discover the main altar dedicated to the Virgen de la Asunción and San Cristóbal. From the 16th-century wooden pulpit, priests addressed the public during Mass. Find other baroque altars on the side walls of the church and the small chapel dedicated to the Virgen de Guadalupe (Virgin of Guadalupe) on the north side. Try to spot several religious paintings by respected artists such as Juan Correa and Miguel Cabrera.

Catedral de San Cristóbal is in the heart of San Cristóbal de las Casas, next to the Plaza de la Paz (Peace Square). Across the street is the Plaza 31 de Marzo, the main square in the city. Locals gather in this very popular and lively spot. Head here to relax in refreshing green gardens and visit surrounding restaurants, cafés and other important buildings.

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