Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
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Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral

Cathedral · San Nicolas ·

Tomb of Gen. San Martin, Pope Francis' parish, baroque interior

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San Martín 27, C1004 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions

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San Martín 27, C1004 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions

+54 11 4331 2845
catedralbuenosaires.org.ar
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"Visiting the Pope's Parish Up until recently, the Catedral Metropolitana was famous for a few things - the rococo altar, the Christ statue carved from algarrobo (carob) wood, the fact that it's the final resting place of the great South American liberator General Jose de San Martin. Lately the city cathedral has made headlines for something bigger - it's the parish of the former Archbishop of Buenos Aires , Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now known as Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope in history. Stop in to admire the beautiful baroque interior - and while you're here, picture the throngs of proud Argentinians who crowded into the nave on the day Bergoglio was chosen as the next pope."

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"Visiting the Pope's Parish Up until recently, the Catedral Metropolitana was famous for a few things - the rococo altar, the Christ statue carved from algarrobo (carob) wood, the fact that it's the final resting place of the great South American liberator General Jose de San Martin. Lately the city cathedral has made headlines for something bigger - it's the parish of the former Archbishop of Buenos Aires , Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now known as Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope in history. Stop in to admire the beautiful baroque interior - and while you're here, picture the throngs of proud Argentinians who crowded into the nave on the day Bergoglio was chosen as the next pope."

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Globetrotter

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While it’s history traces back to late 1500s when Jesuit friars constructed their first church using mud, wood and adobe, the present day building 3rd cathedral) was built in the late 1770s without the facade… The facade was completed in the early 1800s just before or around the independence of Argentina. As is today, this is a typical Neoclassical architecture. Simple flat lines, simple columns. Certainly none of the ostentatious decorations of the Baroque or Spanish Baroque, nor the grandeur of the Renaissance. Elegant and sturdy building nonetheless. The interior has a grand nave and aisles. High rounded ceilings. There are the typical idols as one expects from the catholic organization. This was once the seat of archbishop Bergoglio, before he was elected pope and called himself Francis. THERE ARE TWO NOTABLE FACTS about this place. 🏛️ 🏛️🏛️ this is when the remains of General San Martin lay. He is considered one of the founding fathers of Argentina who led during the May Revolution of Independence. His remains were brought from France in 1880 and placed in a mausoleum. 🎨🎨🎨 the other is a Sculpture of Barefooted Man Wrapped in Blanket on one side of the pillars near the high altar… titled “Cristo de Los Pobres”.

Falah G.

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Metropolitan cathedral Buenos. One of the most beautiful places on earth. I have seen people drawing, some praying, some capturing photos and some crying in worship. It's beautiful. Love you Argentina from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

Jozef W.

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Beautiful cathedral, building is well maintained and it's very inviting. Worth stopping in to look at if you're nearby.

Dr.Mohina S K.

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Just adjacent to Plaza de Mayo is the most beautiful cathedral standing tall. the intricate designs beautiful stained glass Divine altar are the home to where the pope belonged it was overwhelming to enter the cathedral and see a lot of school children come there to visit the cathedral father Eduardo was continuously overlooking the activities in the cathedral it was very satisfying to see all the beautiful Creations in the cathedral very humbling experience a must visit when in Buenos Aires

Öner B.

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One of Buenos Aires’ most iconic landmarks, this building houses the tomb of the great liberator José de San Martín. Majestic in scale, its architecture stands out from other colonial cathedrals in Latin America. Inside, you’ll find touches of Latin American-style baroque decoration. You’ll likely pass by it while exploring the city, and it’s well worth taking 15–20 minutes to step inside and visit.

Roy A.

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Catholic church where Pope Francis, as Archbishop, used to perform Mass before becoming Pope. It is now become Pope Francis Museum and a major attraction for tourists visiting the beautiful city Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷

s V.

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It is located in the city centre, overlooking Plaza de Mayo in the San Nicolás neighbourhood. It is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires and held the rank of Primatial church of Argentina from 1822 to 2024. The cathedral was declared a National Historic Monument in 1942. The Cathedral of Buenos Aires is a Latin cross building with transept and three-aisles with side chapels connected by corridors. Fair bit of walking around under shade. Popular store with tourists. Great place for photography. Wear comfy shoes, take water, wear hat, sunscreen. Lovely interior and external craftwork.

Alex V.

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Beautiful church, free to enter. Worth while tot pop in if closeby to see Casa Rosado. Was there at 16:45-ish and saw a ‘changing of the guards’