Today I’m keeping it short, as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago needs no words to describe its beauty. Here’s is a photo gallery of the cathedral’s magnificent interior:
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Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral
On the west side of Plaza de Armas (Santiago’s main square), near the northwest corner, is the Catedral Metropolitana de Santiago (Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago). It’s a magnificent neo-classical design that was completed in 1800 — a 62-year project. Unfortunately, the catherdral, most notably the north tower, was undergoing restoration and had scaffolding marring it’s exterior. But that interior!
Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral
Absolutely stunning, and very reminiscent of the best European examples. Here is a statue of the Archangel Michael:
Archangel Michael
Also holding a place of reverent honor within the walls of the Metropolitan Cathedral is a statue dedicated to Chile’s second saint, Saint Alberto Hurtado:
Saint Alberto Hurtado
Here is today’s photo gallery of Metropolitan Cathedral sights (more sights on Wednesday):
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Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia de Santiago
It’s awfully difficult to pick out “favorite” street scenes from Santiago, because there are so many good ones. Above is the Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia de Santiago (Courts of Justice Palace of Santiago), one of the many historic buildings surrounding the Plaza de Armas.
Be on the lookout for some very colorful and creative murals on your walks about town:
Street Colors
And, of course, watch for all the smiles that abound here:
Showin’ off that Smile
But be on the lookout, as Santiago can be a real jungle (just kidding):
Urban Jungle
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