San Francisco Church (Guayaquil)
Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador
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The Church of San Francisco de Guayaquil is the third oldest in the city and its birth is related to the transfer of the Franciscan Order to the New City in the first decade of the eighteenth century. It is also one of the symbols of the Catholics who inhabit the city and profess their faith in the temple. Today it has been embellished thanks to the lights that the city council has placed to make it a spectacular place to visit for national and international tourists.
The San Francisco de Guayaquil church was built in the early 19th century.
City: Guayaquil Sector: Center Address: Av. 9 de Octubre e Pedro Carbo Opening Hours: Daily from 9am to 6pm Entry Fee: Free
Its main tower is its main trademark. If you visit the interior of the church, you will see that it is divided into three naves, where are located two works of the colonial carved, gold leaf, the magnificent altarpiece and the beautiful altarpiece. and singular pulpit.
Inside we can also find important works of art such as the sculpture of the Descent of the Cross of Alvarado and Figueroa. It also has important sculptural ensembles from the colonial and republican times, which give it a special touch of remembrance and peace.
San Francisco Square
Also called Plaza Rocafuerte, it is now a venue for exhibitions and outdoor plays. Preferred place for tourists to photograph themselves due to its peculiar style and the amount of pigeons that live there. Walking a little further, you'll find Otavaleños crafts and numerous shops and commercial restaurants to the delight of those visiting this sector.
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