Iglesia de San Marcos

The Iglesia de San Marcos is a historic Gothic church located in Pindilig, Azogues, Cañar, Ecuador.

Overview

• The church was likely started in the mid-14th century, due to the style of its polygonal apse and the Mudéjar portal.
• The construction is documented from the middle of the 15th century, including a substantial renovation in late Gothic style.
• It originates from one of the six parishes founded by King Alfonso X of Castile after his conquest of the city.

History

The church was likely started in the mid-14th century, due to the style of its polygonal apse and the Mudéjar portal. The construction is documented from the middle of the 15th century, including a substantial renovation in late Gothic style.

It originates from one of the six parishes founded by King Alfonso X of Castile after his conquest of the city.

Architecture

• The church has three façades, with a main entrance portal in Mannerist style (16th century).
• The interior features a Baroque high altar (18th century).

Location

Address: San Marcos, Pindilig, Azogues, Cañar, Ecuador Country: Ecuador Town: Pindilig

Heritage Status

Declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1931.

Organ and Bells Information

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Opening Hours and Accessibility

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Notable Artworks or Relics

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