Church of San Pedro de Atacama
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The Church of San Pedro de Atacama (Iglesia San Pedro de Atacama) is a Catholic church in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. Constructed during the Spanish colonial period, it is reportedly the second oldest church in Chile.[1] Indigenous adobe material was used in the church's construction, whose appearance is characterized as simple and elegant.[2][3] The church was built in the seventeenth century, underwent modifications in the eighteenth century, and additions were made in the nineteenth century.[4] The church was declared a historical monument in 1951.[5]
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Church of San Pedro de Atacama Iglesia San Pedro de Atacama (in Spanish) | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Church |
Location | |
Location | San Pedro de Atacama El Loa Province, Antofagasta Region |
Geographic coordinates | 22°55′00″S 68°12′00″W |
Architecture | |
Completed | 17th century |
Materials | Mud and Cacti wood |
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