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Antigua Cathedral

Colonial Guatemalan church.

Overview

Antigua Cathedral, using stone, is a 17th-century church in Antigua, Guatemala.

Core Characteristics

  • Baroque facade, stone arches.
  • Ornate interiors.
  • Colonial aesthetic.

Architectural Connections

  • Historical: 17th century.
  • Religious: Cathedral.
  • Colonial Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Central to Antigua’s colonial heritage.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Facade (element), Baroque (movement)