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Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato (Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Guanajuato)

Guanajuato, Mexico
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Ranked #9 of 26 attractions in Guanajuato
Type: Religious Sites
Traveller Description: On August 9, there is a beautiful ceremony celebrating the arrival of the historic statue of the Virgen de Guanajuato to the city in 1557. The statue... more »
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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Whether you come hear to pray or to admire the beautiful Spanish Baroque and Neoclassical Architecture, you won't be disappointed. Don't just walk through this church!

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Penticton, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

What a treat! We walked in to take a look and were treated to a choir practice of professional singers!

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

I always love churches, and within a square mile, you can feast your love for magnificent works of art. It's open to public most of the time and a romantic steps lead to a plaza where one can sit and relax.

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

The Basilica is not to be missed! The beautiful exterior painted in Gold and Terracotta, making for some breath-taking photos, and the interior is absolutely beautiful. A must-see!

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012

Sits on one of the main squares in central Guanajuato. Beautiful perspective of this charming city. Very ornate interior.

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Guadalajara, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato is a stunning historic landmark. Inside is so beautiful from floor to ceiling. This is a must see for visitors. Mass is 7pm daily for church attendance. You can see this landmark which is in the historic district from a far distance. From the Pipila monument it stands out so beautifully for pictures of... More

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Berkeley, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

On a very warm day, after our trolley tour was canceled, we decided to cool off in the basilica. Glass chandeliers, religious icons, crucifixes, which interested neither of us. What did was the christening of about 10 adorable babies, followed by a wedding. We participated in the wedding, we're given little sacks of rice to throw afterward, which we did.... More

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San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2012

Situated in the centre of Guanajuato on the Peace Plaza this is a very impressive building. It is used by locals and visitors as a place of worship. "Mother Mary" in pride of place denotes it as a Roman Catholic edifice. It is richly decorated.

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Los Angeles, California, United States
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2012

Very powerful energy sorrounding this church. I loved the decour

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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Yup, there she is on a solid silver pedestal. If you come to Guanajuato, you should pay her a visit. It's hard for me to get behind the riches sacrificed on the blood and backs of the native people to a statue, but it's not at all out of line for the Church...

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