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Cathedral · Durango, Durango
Cathedral Basilica of Durango
A baroque cathedral from the 17th and 18th centuries in Durango’s Plaza de Armas, with a stone façade, two towers and a dome.
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About Cathedral Basilica of Durango
The minor basilica of the Immaculate Conception dominates Durango’s Plaza de Armas. Construction began in 1695 and extended through much of the 18th century, which is why the façade mixes baroque elements with neoclassical details in the towers.
The main stone façade features Solomonic columns, niches with saints and reliefs, and the two tall towers are visible from almost the entire centre. Inside, the nave contains altars and a carved wooden choir, and the sacristy holds colonial paintings.
A local legend tells of a nun who appears at night in one of the towers, a tale told by guides on the centre’s night tours. At night the cathedral is illuminated.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 45 minutes.
Best time
In the morning, with light on the façade, and at night, with the illumination.
How to get there
At the Plaza de Armas, downtown Durango, within walking distance from central hotels.
Tip
Combine it with the mining tunnel, which has its entrance in the plaza itself.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cathedral Basilica of Durango
When was Durango’s cathedral built?
Construction began in 1695 and continued through much of the 18th century.
Where is Durango’s cathedral located?
On the Plaza de Armas, in the city center.
What is the style of Durango’s cathedral?
Baroque, with neoclassical elements in the towers.