Corpus Christi Church, Mexico City

Name: Corpus Christi Church
Address: Av Juárez 44 Col. Centro, 06050, Mexico City, Mexico

#139 among attractions in Mexico City

Church, Baroque architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Corpus Christi Church is a former church on Avenida Juárez in the Historic center of Mexico City. It is the only remaining part of the Convent of Corpus Christi, founded in 1724 for Indian women and which was closed as part of the Reform Laws. The architect of the baroque structure was Pedro de Arrieta who also designed the Palace of the Inquisition and the Church of San Felipe Neri "La Profesa". ()

Local name: Ex Templo de Corpus Christi Architectural style: New Spanish baroqueCoordinates: 19°26'4"N, 99°8'39"W

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Av Juárez 44 Col. Centro, 06050Cuauhtémoc (Centro)Mexico City Mexico

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Corpus Christi Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio de Bellas Artes, Casa de los Azulejos, Mercado de San Juan, La Casa de Madero.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Corpus Christi Church?

Nearby attractions include País de volcanes, Mexico City (1 min walk), Hemiciclo a Juarez, Mexico City (2 min walk), La Casa de Madero, Mexico City (4 min walk), Alameda Central, Mexico City (4 min walk).

How to get to Corpus Christi Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Corpus Christi Church:

Bus

Hidalgo • Lines: 4, Etiopía/Plaza de la transparencia - Tenayuca, Metrobús Línea 7 Campo Marte - Indios Verdes (7 min walk)
Bellas Artes • Lines: 4 (7 min walk)

Metro

Juárez • Lines: 3 (7 min walk)
Bellas Artes • Lines: 2, 8 (7 min walk)

Train

Juárez (7 min walk)
Bellas Artes (7 min walk)