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Chapel · Puebla, Puebla
Capilla del Rosario
Baroque chapel from 1690 inside the church of Santo Domingo, entirely covered with gold leaf, stucco and talavera.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Capilla del Rosario
The Chapel of the Rosary is inside the church of Santo Domingo, three blocks from the zócalo, and was consecrated in 1690. It is one of the richest works of Mexican baroque and was once called the eighth wonder of the world.
The walls, dome and arches are covered in gilded stucco with gold leaf, with angels, flowers and figures of saints, above a base of talavera tiles. At the center, a baldachin houses the image of the Virgin of the Rosary.
The decoration follows a program about divine grace, with the virtues, the gifts of the Holy Spirit and scenes from the life of Mary. The light entering through the dome makes the gold shine.
The chapel is a place of prayer, and visits are made in silence, without flash.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Half an hour.
Best time
In the morning, when light enters through the dome.
How to get there
In the church of Santo Domingo, on Avenida 5 de Mayo, three blocks from Puebla's zócalo.
Tip
Sit on a bench and look at the dome calmly: the details reveal themselves gradually.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Capilla del Rosario
Where is the Chapel of the Rosary in Puebla?
Inside the church of Santo Domingo, three blocks from the zócalo.
Why is the Chapel of the Rosary famous?
For its interior covered in gilded stucco with gold leaf and talavera, one of the richest works of Mexican Baroque.
Can you photograph the Chapel of the Rosary?
Photography is usually allowed without flash; respect the masses.