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Former convent of the Society of Jesus (Antiguo Convento de la Compañía de Jesús)

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Designated a Site of Cultural Interest.

Late 16th century. It follows the Jesuit model of the Church of the Gesù in Rome. It features a central nave with side chapels. The dome is lowered at the crossing. It houses an excellent Baroque altarpiece by José Vallejo Vivanco (1678).

It is currently the seat of the Bishopric and Seminary, as well as a priests’ residence.

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  • Open only during service times.