Iglesia de La Merced
Iglesia de La Merced
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Neighbourhood: Centro Histórico
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- Bellas Artes • 4 min walk
- Plaza de Armas • 5 min walk
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Kawana Travellers
Kawana Island, Australia3,037 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Do not be put off by the external graffiti and the temporary metal on the exterior doors.
The interior is fabulous with an outstanding, parquetry floor. A lovely haven from the hustle and bustle of central Santiago.
It is such a shame that the exterior has so much graffiti, a reflection on what is happening across Santiago.
The interior is fabulous with an outstanding, parquetry floor. A lovely haven from the hustle and bustle of central Santiago.
It is such a shame that the exterior has so much graffiti, a reflection on what is happening across Santiago.
Written 25 December 2022
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bukagirl
New Jersey4,215 contributions
Dec 2019 • Solo
Centrally located and a beautiful building hard to miss.
The sign out front is hard to read due to graffiti.
Once inside take your time and look at all the religious art.
The sign out front is hard to read due to graffiti.
Once inside take your time and look at all the religious art.
Written 25 December 2019
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sergiorV9604LR
Pucon, Chile7 contributions
Sept 2016
One of the most beautiful and artistic churches on downtown Santiago which gave the name of the colonial Merced Street is the Basilica de la Merced church. The friars have preserved most of the ancient artistic pieces collected for years to embellish the temple. It is of special beauty the main image of Our Lady of Mercy over the central altar. The image was a donation of the Emperor Charles V. The cabinet is of massive silver. There is also a second image of the virgin close to the main entrance dated to the XVII century. The crucifix on the right lateral altar close to the door which communicates with the cloister is a donation of King Phillip II masterfully carved of indescribable beauty. If you have the chance to visit the basilica on the 24th September feast of Our Lady of Mercy you should, the church will be fully lightened then and all the friars participating on the principal mass of the day. If you walk by MacIver Street from the corner to the south at the end of the building you will find the entrance to the museum on the second floor. It homes a nice collection of chalices and mass ornaments and the famous collection of images in cristal domes (fanales) that was started and completed by Friar Morales historian to the Order.
Written 11 July 2017
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Ambulatis
Braga, Portugal75 contributions
Aug 2019
The church is a little different from the rest and is that what makes it so beautiful.
It's very close to the Plaza de Armas.
Sometimes the front entrance is closed, try the one on the side.
It's very close to the Plaza de Armas.
Sometimes the front entrance is closed, try the one on the side.
Written 30 August 2019
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carlos_cabezas62
Santiago, Chile26 contributions
Jun 2019
beautiful catholic church with a very interesting museum, with a collection of colonial baroque art and beautiful pieces of the Rapa Nui culture, with a very calm and wooded cloister, justa steps from de Plaza de Armas of Santiago
Written 8 August 2019
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Piotr M
Warsaw, Poland1,096 contributions
Nov 2022
very nice piece of architectural masterpiece, which is even more interesting once you step in and admire the decor
Written 7 December 2022
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jam6768_290
Nashua, NH198 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
The church dates from the 18th century. It is a Chilean national monument. Be sure to visit the small museum next store. It houses religious artifacts and some pieces from Eater Island. The garden is very tranquil. Check the hours for when the church is open.
Written 15 March 2018
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June11406
La Jolla, CA24 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
while in the busy area of Santiago, the church was not crowded during the Christmas season and was comfortable to visit.
Written 6 January 2017
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Vandieman111
Adelaide, Australia1,385 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
This is so much more atmospheric than the cathedral - a truly wonderful sanctuary in the heart of town to spend some time in.
Written 28 August 2016
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Chiristian P
Santiago, Chile149 contributions
Sept 2015
Perfect retreat from the noise of the city, the structure of the church is attractive for its steeples visible blocks, contains a very careful place where Paz breathe
Written 25 June 2016
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Tem missas noturnas? Por volta das 19:00
Written 19 March 2019
Laura V
Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
Mi marido cumple 10 meses de fallecido el 19 de mayo, que debo hacer para que lo nombre en la misa... Esperando respuesta
Gracias
Written 16 May 2015
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