Bas铆lica de Nuestra Se帽ora del Rosario (Santo Domingo Church), Guatemala City

Santo Domingo Church is a vibrant testament to colonial heritage and religious devotion. Originally constructed between 1776 and 1808 to serve the Dominican Order after their Antigua convent was destroyed, this neoclassical-style church has faced multiple reconstructions. Its grand fa莽ade, framed by Ionic columns and detailed stone carvings, invites visitors into a space filled with centuries of spiritual significance and architectural resilience.

Inside, the church features a breathtaking gold-stucco main altar and carefully preserved sculptures venerated by the faithful鈥攎ost notably the image of the Virgin of the Rosary, declared Guatemala City鈥檚 patroness against earthquakes, and statues like Christ entombed and Jesus of the Good Death.

The church plays a key role in Guatemala鈥檚 Holy Week observances. On Good Friday, the solemn procession of the Lord Entombed departs from Santo Domingo, showcasing elaborate Stations of the Cross floats and long-standing Dominican Brotherhood traditions that trace back to the 19th century.

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Sight Name: Bas铆lica de Nuestra Se帽ora del Rosario (Santo Domingo Church)
Sight Location: Guatemala City, Guatemala (See walking tours in Guatemala City)
Sight Type: Religious
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