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Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

Tourist attraction Church Catholic cathedral

Large cathedral featuring a soaring dome, neoclassical ornamentation & an Italian marble altar. People often mention Cathedral,


Address

GV38+F9R, Junin, La Paz, Bolivia

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (212 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: (Good Friday), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Pablo Andres B. 4 years ago on Google
    Old cathedral and beautiful
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Juan Pablo C. 7 years ago on Google
    There is no museum into the church but really nice
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Bora K. 4 years ago on Google
    On the corner of bustling Plaza Murillo stands one of La Paz’s most impressive religious structures, the Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace. In 1622, construction of the Cathedral first began, taking 70 years to complete. Initially, the building was made from stone, brick and lime, however in 1831 cracks started to appear threatening to collapse the Cathedral. In 1831 the decision was made to demolish the building completely. In 1834 several taxes were imposed in the department of La Paz in order to raise the 30,000 pesos a year needed to reconstruct the Cathedral. Construction on the current Cathedral began on March 24, 1835, led by architect Manual Sanahuja. The Cathedral was officially opened in 1925 as part of the centenary of the founding of the Republic of Bolivia. However, work remained to be done. Furnishing of the interior continued until 1932. The building itself was not completely finished until 1989, over 150 years since construction began, when the two lateral towers on the outside of the Cathedral were added to coincide with a visit by Pope John Paul II.

  • 4/5 Jatova S. 5 years ago on Google
    This place is magic where you can connect with the hearth of the culture and spirit of the city, with pillars full of history this place, takes you through the time.

  • 4/5 Isa R. 4 years ago on Google
    It was so nice, a very big place and so comfortable...

  • 4/5 José Luis A. 2 years ago on Google
    Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of La Paz

  • 3/5 W Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Not open for today.

  • 5/5 Jessica P. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice basilica, one of the most beautiful buildings in the area.

  • 4/5 Minyoung S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful,

  • 5/5 Metoděj S. 1 year ago on Google
    You definitely have to come here for the sermon, it's unforgettable, no tourists, just local people.

  • 5/5 Rob E. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful!

  • 1/5 Allen L. 4 months ago on Google
    Located in the city center plaza, cathedral I would say is quite boring. It’s dark inside, not much to see or do inside either. Spent about 30 seconds inside and came back out. At least admission was free


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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