It was built by one of the most illustrious architects of New Spain, Ignacio Mariano de las Casas, and is considered the pinnacle of Querétaro Baroque style.

The temple dates back to the 17th century and its façade shows Mudéjar influences. On the eastern side, it has a tower with a two-level bell tower, displaying the first clock with three dials ever built in America.

The interior is marvelous, featuring five exquisitely crafted and dazzling altarpieces made of wood and entirely covered with a layer of gold. Additionally, the pulpit stands out with its inlaid precious woods, silver, ivory, and tortoiseshell, as well as an 18th-century organ.

As part of the interior decoration, there are several wonderful original murals by important masters such as Miguel Cabrera and José Páez.

The annexed former convent now houses the Querétaro Institute of Culture and Arts.