EXPLORING THE WONDERS OF COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE IN MEXICO
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Templo del Calvario
This temple was built in 1666 by orders of Fray Marcos Ramírez, who was then the bishop.
It was erected on the site where there was a circular yácata containing the remains of Emperor Tariácuri, a prominent Purépecha leader.
The interior is decorated with several paintings and images of Christ, Saint John, and Mary Magdalene.
Location
Francisco Villa s/n, Col. El Calvario, Pátzcuaro, Mich.
Templo del Calvario
DEEP-ROOTED TRADITIONS IN A BEAUTIFUL COLONIAL TOWN