Churches

Cathedral of the Virgin of the Assumption:

Located beside the Alameda de Leon in the Historic Center. This is the city’s most important church. Construction began in 1535 as a headquarters for bishops and it was finished in 1574. The Baroque-style façade has sculptures of Catholic saints, which surround a beautiful relief depicting the Assumption of Mary. It is a replica of a painting by El Tiziano. Inside you can admire numerous works of art, images and relics of the 19^th century, such as the remains of the famous Cross of Huatulco, a legendary symbol of faith for Oaxaca’s coastal residents. Open daily from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church

Located on Macedonio Alcala Street in the Historic Center. Considered one of the architectural marvels of the city, this complex stands out for the temple’s façade, which has three main bodies. Inside the recently remodeled Baroque architecture features a principal altarpiece in the nave, 10 chapels and a large dome with 104 paintings of religious martyrs. The paintings were done between the 16^th and 18^th centuries. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 to 8:00.

Templo de San Felipe Neri –

Located on Avenida Independencia, at Tinoco y Palacios Street in the Historic Center. The Baroque-style façade is constructed with three main bodies and a crest. Former Mexican President Benito Juarez and Margarita Maza, a Oaxaca native who helped the poor, were married at this site in the 19^th century. Open daily from 9:00 to 6:00.

Basilica de la Soledad – Located on Avenida Independencia, near the Jardin Socrates. This 17^th-century construction is one of the most important examples of religious architecture during the Viceregal era in Oaxaca. Open daily from 9:00 to 6:00.