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Church · Ibarra, Imbabura
Basilica of La Merced
Basilica of gray stone built shortly after the 1868 earthquake, with a large image of the Virgin above and a gilded altar. It stands in Parque La Merced, a few blocks from the center.
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About Basilica of La Merced
The Basilica of La Merced faces Parque Víctor Manuel Peñaherrera, better known as Parque La Merced, a few blocks from Parque Pedro Moncayo.
It was built shortly after the 1868 earthquake, with a gray stone façade crowned by a large image of the Virgin visible from afar. Inside, the main altar is covered in gold leaf and the church has several side chapels.
The park in front is one of the places where Ibarra’s traditional sweets are sold, such as nogadas—made of sugar, milk and nuts—and arrope de mora, a blackberry syrup.
The basilica completes the walk through the center’s white houses, between the cathedral and the shopping streets.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 20 minutes.
Best time
During the day, combined with Parque Pedro Moncayo.
How to get there
It is in Parque La Merced, a few blocks from Parque Pedro Moncayo, within walking distance.
Tip
At the park stalls, try the nogadas and arrope de mora, traditional sweets of the city.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Basilica of La Merced
When was the Basilica of La Merced built?
Shortly after the 1868 earthquake that destroyed Ibarra.
What is sold at Parque La Merced?
Traditional sweets from Ibarra, such as nogadas and arrope de mora.
Is the basilica far from the cathedral?
No. It is a few blocks from Pedro Moncayo Park and is within walking distance.