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Church · Ciudad del Este, Alto Paraná
Catedral San Blas
The cathedral of Ciudad del Este, inaugurated in 1966, designed by Bolivian architect Javier Querejazu and shaped like a boat, dedicated to San Blas, patron saint of Paraguay.
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About Catedral San Blas
The Catedral San Blas is the main church of Ciudad del Este, dedicated to San Blas, patron saint of Paraguay. It was inaugurated on July 25, 1966, when the city was still young and growing with the arrival of workers from the region.
The design is by Bolivian architect Javier Querejazu. The modern building has a form that resembles a boat, with slanted lines and a spacious interior, different from the country's colonial churches.
The patron saint festival, on February 3, gathers worshippers from the city and the region. The rest of the year, the cathedral is a short stop for those passing through the center.
It is near Lago de la República, and the two pair well for an end-of-afternoon walk.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 15 to 30 minutes.
Best time
Outside Mass times, in the morning or late afternoon. Check the opening hours.
How to get there
It is in the center of Ciudad del Este, near Lago de la República, about 1 km from the Ponte da Amizade.
Tip
Notice the shape of the building when seen from outside, from one of the sides: it is from there that the resemblance to a boat becomes clearest.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Catedral San Blas
When was the Catedral San Blas built?
It was inaugurated on July 25, 1966, designed by the Bolivian architect Javier Querejazu.
Why do they say it looks like a boat?
The modern building has sloping lines and an elongated shape that resembles a boat.
Who is São Brás?
He is the patron saint of Paraguai, celebrated on February 3.