Church of Santa María de Loreto, Quinchao Island

Name: Church of Santa María de Loreto
Address: Plaza de Armas, Achao, Quinchao Island, 5750000, Chile

#1 among attractions in Quinchao Island

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Church of Santa María de Loreto, Quinchao Island

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The Church of Santa María de Loreto de Achao is a Roman Catholic church located in Quinchao Island's largest town, Achao. Often referred to as «Church of Achao» —Spanish: Iglesia de Achao—, is within the Diocese of Ancud, and was built around 1740 when Chiloé Archipelago was still a part of the Spanish Crown possessions. ()

Local name: Iglesia de Santa María de Loreto Unesco: from 2000Coordinates: 42°28'17"S, 73°29'17"W

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Plaza de Armas, AchaoQuinchao Island 5750000 Chile

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Church of Santa María de Loreto – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Churches of Chiloé, Achao, Quinchao.

6.1 miNW
, Church
Churches of Chiloé, Quinchao Island
155 min walk • The Churches of Chiloé in Chile's Chiloé Archipelago are a unique architectural phenomenon in the Americas and one of the most prominent styles of Chilota architecture. Unlike classical Spanish colonial architecture, the churches of Chiloé are made entirely in native timber with extensive use of wood shingles.
~1450 ftNW
Town
Achao
7 min walk • One of the main attractions in Achao is the iconic Church of Santa María de Loreto, a beautiful wooden church that dates back to the 18th century. This architectural masterpiece is a prime example of the Chilota style, characterized by its unique blend of Spanish...
4.1 miS
Locality
Quinchao
106 min walk • Quinchao is a Chilean commune located in Chiloé Province, Los Lagos Region. The seat of government lies in the town of Achao on the island.

Church of Santa María de Loreto, Quinchao Island

Facts and practical information

Church of Santa María de Loreto – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Churches of Chiloé, Quinchao Island

Achao

Quinchao