Basilica of San Francisco, La Paz
The Basilica of San Francisco in the city of La Paz, Bolivia, is a Catholic church under the advocation of Francis of Assisi. It is located in the center of the city, in the square that bears its name, Plaza San Francisco.
| Basilica of San Francisco | |
|---|---|
| 16°29′47″S 68°08′14″W | |
| Location | La Paz, Bolivia |
| Country | Bolivia |
| Denomination | Catholic Church |
| Website | www |
| History | |
| Founded | 1549 |
| Dedication | Francis of Assisi |
| Architecture | |
| Architectural type | Andean Baroque |
| Groundbreaking | 1743 |
| Completed | 1885 |
| Administration | |
| Division | Archdiocese of La Paz |
The building was built between 1743 and 1772 but its tower was built in the end of the 19th century.
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