Nuestra Señora de La Paz

The Nuestra Señora de La Paz church is situated in the heart of La Paz, Bolivia's administrative capital and the third-most populous city in the country.

Location

• The Nuestra Señora de La Paz church is situated in the heart of La Paz, Bolivia's administrative capital and the third-most populous city in the country.

History

La Paz was founded on 20 October 1548 by Spanish conquistador Captain Alonso de Mendoza at the site of the Inca settlement of Laja. The city was originally named Nuestra Señora de La Paz (Our Lady of Peace) to commemorate the restoration of peace following a rebellion led by Gonzalo Pizarro and fellow conquistadors against the first Viceroy of Peru.

Architecture

The church's construction year is believed to be 1548, although exact details are not available. The architectural style of the church is not specified in the provided data, but it is reported that La Paz was under Spanish colonial rule as part of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata before Bolivia gained independence.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The Nuestra Señora de La Paz church belongs to the Catholic denomination. As a significant landmark in La Paz, the church is an important cultural center of South America, hosting several colonial-era landmarks such as the San Francisco Church and the Metropolitan Cathedral.

Notable Features

Unfortunately, no specific details about notable features are available for this church.

Organ and Bells Information

No information is available regarding the organ or bells of Nuestra Señora de La Paz church.

Heritage Status

The exact heritage status of the church is not specified in the provided data. However, it is reported that La Paz hosts several landmarks dating from colonial times, including the San Francisco Church and the Metropolitan Cathedral.

Visiting Information

Opening hours for the Nuestra Señora de La Paz church are not available. Accessibility information is also not provided. The city's topography offers views of the church and surrounding mountains from numerous natural viewing points.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No specific details about notable artworks or relics are available for this church.