Atotonilco Sanctuary, otherwise known as the Sanctuary of Jesus the Nazarene, was built in the early 1700s. Renovation works are ongoing in parts of the church. It is famous as a pilgrim destination, for flagellation practices and hot springs. Most of the grounds are off bounds, as nuns reside there.
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Atotonilco Sanctuary (Sanctuario de Atotonilco)
| Atotonilco, Mexico
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Ranked #221 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
3 Reviews Description: This 18th-century church contains an impressive selection of indigenous artwork.
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Atotonilco is a wonderful UNESCO world heritage site. The church is beautifully painted and is free to enter. However, it is most famous for the chapel immediately to the left of the main entrance. You need to ask the lady selling rosaries etc to get the guard to let you in. It is 15 pesos per person and totally worth...
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