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Templo de San Francisco
(La Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala)
The Church of San Francisco el Grande is located in the city of La Antigua Guatemala . The first sanctuary was built in the mid- sixteenth century , but suffered damage in the year 1565 due to a strong earthquake. Although new construction made disasters caused more damage over time.
The facade of the church is adorned with twisted columns and two towers at the ends, one of which is kept full. Adjacent to the building there are ruins of an old building. The temple houses the remains of Pedro de San Jose Betancur , a missionary in Guatemala and saint of Spanish origin.
History
It is one of the largest preserved temples office in La Antigua Guatemala under his roof and the remains of Santo Hermano Pedro San Jose Betancur are preserved.
The whole church ruins and is 6 blocks south of Central Park, Atreus has a large and shows a beautiful facade with fourteen images in place, only lacks two in the bottom. Solomonic columns has style and architecture reminiscent of the Cathedral of San José (across from Central Park).
It was built in 1542 and was extensively damaged in 1565 by sísimicos movements of the time. Next to the church is the entrance to a museum and ruins of the complex.
The Church of San Francisco marks the beginning of the Calle de los Pasos, a tour that features stations of the cross that ran solenmente. The temple is still in office and still celebrate Masses on Sundays. In his Atreus can buy handicrafts, traditional fabrics and sweet. It is a mandatory part of the tour of La Antigua Guatemala.
The Church of San Francisco marks the beginning of the Calle de los Pasos, a tour that features stations of the cross that ran solenmente. The temple is still in office and still celebrate Masses on Sundays. In his Atreus can buy handicrafts, traditional fabrics and sweet. It is a mandatory part of the tour of La Antigua Guatemala.
Festivals and Events
The image of the Virgin of the Kings consists of several parties in his honor but the most important is the December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception. In the two processions to be performed in the streets of the capital, people dress in costumes to dance before the walk carrying the Virgin, showing their love and devotion for her.
Month of May
May, month of Mothers in Guatemala, is celebrated with various activities. Since colonial times has received expressions of love for their children. The Gala concert held in his honor and the Procession of Candles are the highlights for the month.
It is called the "Sails" because at first returned after dark and devotees accompanied her step with lighting candles. Open courtship dances or Mengalas Moors (women dressed with the typical Creole costume Amatitlán) Accompanied by a walk St. Francis of Assisi.
"Classic Guatemala Day"
On December 8 has become the most important holiday in Guatemala, as in the whole country is remembered. Stresses the capital, which has started nine days before, preparations, prayers, and other events. On December 7, symbolizing the triumph of Christ (light) over the devil (burning paper) and as a way to prepare for the feast of Our Lady, a piñata devil burns.
Formerly the "burning of the devil" were fogarones to illuminate the passage of the Virgin, who went out at night and there was no electricity.
The Virgin amanence in his classic day with your children early hours come to pray, then the Mass and other liturgical acts that prepare the Solemn Rezado, Principal and Old Latin and Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Nation. People accompany the Virgin and go out to meet him burning rockets and fireworks. Also make loas, plays with messages to and praise to bless God for giving us such an august lady.
Eight days after the Eighth Party is held, and the second Sunday of January in procession an Image of the Immaculate Conception called "Mother of the Poor" thereby closing activities in his honor.
Basic Information
| Year consecrated: | --- |
| Ecclesiastical status: | Church |
| Architectural style: | --- |
| Address: | La Antigua Guatemala , Guatemala |
| Coordinates: | 14.553867, -90.7295 |
| Website: | http://descubreantigua.com/Iglesia-de-San-Francisco/01-03-2011-Iglesia-de-San-Francisco.htm |
| Phone: | --- |
| Hours: | --- |
| Cost: | --- |
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Note: This information was accurate when first published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.
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Resources
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Wikipedia (Spanish)
Retrieved Dec 5, 2013
