EXPLORING THE WONDERS OF COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE IN MEXICO
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Parroquia de San Miguel de Mezquitán
This parish was completed in 1733.
It features an interesting quarry stone facade with two levels, preceded by a large atrium and a cross where the inscription 1648 can be seen.
The facade has a semi-circular arched entrance with pairs of Doric columns. Above the arch, there are vegetal reliefs and angel faces. The second level houses the choir window, which has an ornamented frame with flower and leaf reliefs.
The interior has three naves, with molded quarry stone arches adorned with flowers and angel faces at the keystones.
Location
Chiapas No. 133, San Miguel de Mezquitan, Guadalajara, Jal.
Parroquia de San Miguel de Mezquitán
MODERN CITY WITH DEEPLY ROOTED TRADITIONS