Attraction

Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán

Landmark Dominican church in Barrio de Mexicanos, recognized for its richly decorated Baroque façade and interior.

Location

Barrio de Mexicanos

Av. 20 de Noviembre 36, Barrio de Mexicanos, 29240 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico

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About this place

Santo Domingo is one of San Cristóbal de las Casas’ principal historic monuments. Chiapas tourism sources describe it as a major example of Central American and Mexican Baroque architecture.

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