HISTORICAL
ARCHITECTURE
In San Miguel de Allende
you can marvel at countless architectural gems, such as the colonial churches
adorned with neogothic and neoclassical details.
Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel. Located on the Plaza
Principal. This parish church is the city?s most representative building. This 18th-century
construction has an eclectic architectural style; the pink stone façade is of neogothic style, while the interior features neoclassical
details. Open daily from 9:00 to 7:00.
Templo de la Concepcion
(Las Monjas). Located on the corner of La Canal
and Dr. Hernandez Macias. This 18th-century neoclassical-style
construction was inspired by the Church of the Disabled in Paris. Inside you?ll see the
works of famed artist Juan Rodriguez Juarez. Open daily from 9:00 to 7:00.
Oratorio de San Felipe Neri. Located on the corner of Insurgentes and Pepe Llanos. The interior houses more
than 30 oil paintings dedicated to Miguel Cabrera. Open Saturdays from 8:00 to 6:00.
Templo de Nuestra Señora de la Salud. Located
on Mesones
Street, next to the Plaza Civica Ignacio Allende. This edifice, built at
the end of the 18th century, houses oil paintings of famous artists
from that era. The splayed arch portal is one of only six in Mexico, while the tower has the
oldest bell in the city. Open daily from 7:00 to 7:00.
