Iglesia de San Francisco, Caracas

Name: Iglesia de San Francisco
Address: Av. Universidad, Caracas, Venezuela

#55 among attractions in Caracas

Church, Baroque architecture

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Iglesia de San Francisco is a church in Caracas, Venezuela. Dedicated to Francis of Assisi, it was built in 1593 under the design of Antonio Ruiz Ullán as an annex of the Convent of San Francisco. The church is notable as being the situ where Simón Bolívar received the title "El Libertador". His funeral occurred here in 1842. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 10°30'14"N, 66°54'56"W

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Av. UniversidadCatedralCaracas Venezuela

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Iglesia de San Francisco – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio Federal Legislativo, Palacio de las Academias, Birthplace of Simón Bolívar, Panteón Nacional.

~580 ftN
Palace
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~1760 ftNW
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~850 ftNE
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~680 ftNW
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~540 ftNE
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~1560 ftN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Iglesia de San Francisco?

Nearby attractions include Palacio de las Academias, Caracas (1 min walk), La Ceiba de San Francisco, Caracas (1 min walk), Centro Simón Bolívar Towers, Caracas (3 min walk), Museo Santana, Caracas (3 min walk).

How to get to Iglesia de San Francisco by public transport?

The nearest stations to Iglesia de San Francisco:

Bus

Terminal Río Tuy (3 min walk)
UCAMC Plaza Miranda • Lines: Ucamc (6 min walk)

Metro

Capitolio • Lines: L1 (4 min walk)
Teatros • Lines: L4 (6 min walk)