Cathedral of Salta
Cathedral of Salta
4.5
6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Monday
6:30 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday
6:30 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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This cathedral houses 16th-century statues of the Virgin Mary and the Cristo del Milagro, which were washed ashore when the Spanish ship transporting them sank.
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canci c
7 contributions
July 2023 • Solo
Every time I enter churches I am moved by curiosity, and as an admirer of architectural art and culture.
The Cathedral is very beautiful, inside and out. I especially liked sitting on the steps to look at the square, and the little patio on the side.
I stayed to hear a mass, it doesn't get very crowded in the morning. The audio from the speakers was the only uncomfortable thing.
Also, on the right side there is an alley that I liked, it goes from España to Belgrano on the other side and shares it with a bank. People usually pass by there a lot, at night it is particularly nice. This is also where the cathedral bathrooms are, where you have to pay a small fee to enter, and they even give you paper. They were very clean, but they lack ventilation.
I also recommend the cafe that is around the corner on Belgrano, which is also the cathedral, I understand.
The Cathedral is very beautiful, inside and out. I especially liked sitting on the steps to look at the square, and the little patio on the side.
I stayed to hear a mass, it doesn't get very crowded in the morning. The audio from the speakers was the only uncomfortable thing.
Also, on the right side there is an alley that I liked, it goes from España to Belgrano on the other side and shares it with a bank. People usually pass by there a lot, at night it is particularly nice. This is also where the cathedral bathrooms are, where you have to pay a small fee to enter, and they even give you paper. They were very clean, but they lack ventilation.
I also recommend the cafe that is around the corner on Belgrano, which is also the cathedral, I understand.
Written 21 October 2023
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Eugenia Z
9 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Beautiful cathedral.
Historic wherever you look at it, every corner has a plaque, a story to tell.
It is big and fresh and there are services at different times throughout the day.
Sometimes people only come to look, but it is good that they stay for the mass and meet the Lord and the Virgin of the miracle.
The holy images there have a very beautiful history, and they are taken out in procession every year.
Warning, because otherwise what happened to me will happen to you. Apparently the parish priests of the church do not like the virgin of the hill (a super popular virgin that is sold everywhere) because it is not recognized by the church. And I brought a statuette that I bought for $3,000 pesos in a store that surrounds the square, and I found out from a lady who was there that it is not recognized by the church, that it is based on an alleged apparition that a woman had and that she profits based on it, and that the nuns, I think the ones from the convent that are near my hotel, are the ones who make those figures to sell.
I didn't dare ask them to bless her, so I only presented the medal of the Virgin of the Miracle.
Try to talk to the people you see, maybe you will find out interesting things.
Historic wherever you look at it, every corner has a plaque, a story to tell.
It is big and fresh and there are services at different times throughout the day.
Sometimes people only come to look, but it is good that they stay for the mass and meet the Lord and the Virgin of the miracle.
The holy images there have a very beautiful history, and they are taken out in procession every year.
Warning, because otherwise what happened to me will happen to you. Apparently the parish priests of the church do not like the virgin of the hill (a super popular virgin that is sold everywhere) because it is not recognized by the church. And I brought a statuette that I bought for $3,000 pesos in a store that surrounds the square, and I found out from a lady who was there that it is not recognized by the church, that it is based on an alleged apparition that a woman had and that she profits based on it, and that the nuns, I think the ones from the convent that are near my hotel, are the ones who make those figures to sell.
I didn't dare ask them to bless her, so I only presented the medal of the Virgin of the Miracle.
Try to talk to the people you see, maybe you will find out interesting things.
Written 12 February 2024
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Luis Angel S
Basauri, Spain1,483 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
The cathedral of Salta is located in the Plaza 9 de Julio, although on the outside it is very beautiful, sometimes it is a little lackluster when compared to the church of San Francisco, but inside it is much more monumental and leaves no one behind. indifferent.
Please note that during mass hours you cannot take photos inside.
Please note that during mass hours you cannot take photos inside.
Written 12 October 2023
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RogCastro
Salesopolis, SP1,461 contributions
May 2023
Salta Cathedral is the religious center of the region, where the main festivities of the city and the region take place, being a point of pilgrimage. Historical, inside it you will find the "PanteĂłn de las Glorias del Norte" - where the remains of the region's main Hero of the Fatherland, General GĂĽemes, and other important figures for the country rest. The cathedral is not kept open during the siesta period and, unlike Brazil, it is not allowed to take photographs during masses or masses. It is a symbolic building of the city, which stands out along with the other manors at night, when it is kept lit. Next door is the Palacio Arzobispal de Salta, an also important building. A leisurely visit is recommended to enjoy the paintings and decorations.
Written 13 August 2023
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Berthaki
Arequipa, Peru278 contributions
Nov 2022
The colors and style of this cathedral are simply unique. There are several local saints unknown to the foreigners. There is also a small vault honored to the heroes of the region, most of them related to the independence process. I think that it should be interesting to have a permanent guard at this vault and to have it open for the public as is San Martin's tomb in Buenos Aires cathedral.
Written 21 November 2022
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carito c
2 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
Salta’s Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Salta, Argentina. The cathedral is dedicated to Jesus Christ as the “Lord of Miracles” and the Blessed Virgin Mary as the “Our Lady of the Miraculous Rosary”. This cathedral hosts 16th-century statues of the Virgin Mary and the Christ, which appeared when the Spanish ship transporting them sank.
A new cathedral was built after an earthquake destroyed the old building. Services (misas) began after the project was completed in 1882.
In 1899 Pope Leo XIII (13) granted a decree of Pontifical coronation for it.
The Cathedral was inaugurated and opened to the public on 20 October 1918 and finally declared a national monument.
A new cathedral was built after an earthquake destroyed the old building. Services (misas) began after the project was completed in 1882.
In 1899 Pope Leo XIII (13) granted a decree of Pontifical coronation for it.
The Cathedral was inaugurated and opened to the public on 20 October 1918 and finally declared a national monument.
Written 13 February 2024
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Maureen S
Darwin, Australia734 contributions
Mar 2020
The Catedral Basilica de Salta is a magnificent well maintained cathedral. Walking inside, I felt the atmosphere was so peaceful. I was in awe of its magnificent frescoes and impressive stained-glass windows. I loved the pink and white exterior, especially at night when it is lit up. Well worth a visit.
Written 24 April 2020
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Trail736987
Bolton, UK25 contributions
Apr 2019
asking for monies while people are starving outside dosnt seem right. I like the people not rude or aggressive, all seem to speak english and there are lots of skinny people and homless familys but the place is beautiful. There is also siesta from about 1pm when shops shut
Written 9 January 2020
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JoseLuizLazzaris
Joinville, SC763 contributions
May 2024 • Family
A unique place, which pays homage in one of its chapels, to one of the famous names in Argentine history, General Guemes. With Baroque and Renaissance architecture, with great Spanish influence from the 1600s. It is worth a visit and meditation. Beautiful.
Written 21 May 2024
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AtlCorwin
Atlanta, GA5 contributions
The Cathederal of Salta dominates the 9th of July (Independance Day) Plaza and central business district of the city. It has the traditional, South American melding of saints with pagan predecessors as depicted in the statuary and paintings. It provides the final burial place of General Guemes, hero of Northern Argentina's Independance: unfortunately, he died during the war and history has given him second place to General San Martin from the Buenos Aries area.
Our tour guide and book told us the altar is gold: but it has to be gold plate or gold leaf. The work is over 30 feet high, 40 feet wide, and at least another 30 feet deep: all in gold, all statuary, sun and moon beams, cherubs, etc. Although Salta did sit on the main route from Bolivian gold mines to Buenos Aries to Spain, if they held that much gold it would require more guards than the entire police force of the city.
More beautiful, and more famous as well, is the Church of San Francisco. At night, it is lit so as to display the architecture. Also younger by almost 300 years, the look and feel is definately more French and Italian, rather than Spanish Colonial.
Spend the day in downtown Salta: see their Cabildo, the churches (one local claimed there was a church every 3 blocks in Salta) and enjoy the people. They were friendly, honest and outgoing. The one question everyone asked us was "Why Salta?" Most of the tourists there are graciously welcomed from other parts of Argentina. The Europeans come a close second and stay much longer. North Americans are a rarity.
Getting to Salta is expensive, but you can shop and get a good price. Once there, stay a while and the cost of travel drops as you enjoy fine meals (though limited variety in the menu) in the best restaurants for $US 5 - 10 including wine and dessert, cab rides for $US 1 - 2 most places, and an environment that encourages walking.
One warning: the winter there is short and the low freqently runs around freezing, with a high in the 60s. Pack to allow layering of clothes and be prepared to make some shift in clothing every few hours. ALSO, many landlords offer no heat (or a single small space heater for an entire house) so try to get that matter solved in advance if this is a problem to you.
I spent my summer vacation in winter and enjoyed it. The family members all had different goals and we all met them: but more on that later.
Our tour guide and book told us the altar is gold: but it has to be gold plate or gold leaf. The work is over 30 feet high, 40 feet wide, and at least another 30 feet deep: all in gold, all statuary, sun and moon beams, cherubs, etc. Although Salta did sit on the main route from Bolivian gold mines to Buenos Aries to Spain, if they held that much gold it would require more guards than the entire police force of the city.
More beautiful, and more famous as well, is the Church of San Francisco. At night, it is lit so as to display the architecture. Also younger by almost 300 years, the look and feel is definately more French and Italian, rather than Spanish Colonial.
Spend the day in downtown Salta: see their Cabildo, the churches (one local claimed there was a church every 3 blocks in Salta) and enjoy the people. They were friendly, honest and outgoing. The one question everyone asked us was "Why Salta?" Most of the tourists there are graciously welcomed from other parts of Argentina. The Europeans come a close second and stay much longer. North Americans are a rarity.
Getting to Salta is expensive, but you can shop and get a good price. Once there, stay a while and the cost of travel drops as you enjoy fine meals (though limited variety in the menu) in the best restaurants for $US 5 - 10 including wine and dessert, cab rides for $US 1 - 2 most places, and an environment that encourages walking.
One warning: the winter there is short and the low freqently runs around freezing, with a high in the 60s. Pack to allow layering of clothes and be prepared to make some shift in clothing every few hours. ALSO, many landlords offer no heat (or a single small space heater for an entire house) so try to get that matter solved in advance if this is a problem to you.
I spent my summer vacation in winter and enjoyed it. The family members all had different goals and we all met them: but more on that later.
Written 11 August 2005
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What time is Mass on Sunday’s?
Written 4 February 2019
Sorry saw this too late, you have your answer. You will not be disappointed. It is very uplifting.
Written 4 February 2019
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