Mazatlan's Cathedral Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción
See also, Restoring Mazatlan's Historical Center
Part of Mazatlan's restoration program. the Cathedral
Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción is the world’s only Roman Catholic
Church with the Star of David displayed in each of its 28 stained-glass
windows.
Construction began in the year 1875 and was completed in 1899. Restoration
begian several year ago and work continues.
A quiet space to relax. The plaza in front of the
Cathedral provides a shady spot to sit and
read the paper on a cool morning.
Unlike most churches in Mexico Mazatlan's Cathedral with its Gothic exterior shows little sign of Spanish influence. The interior is a patchwork of design with its two altars decorated in the baroque style.
The jewel of the cathedral is the extraordinary organ built in Paris by the manufacturer Arístides Cavaillie coll (1811-1899)
To visit, walk south from the Mazatlan Central Market one block.
