Thursday, August 16, 2007

Oldest church in the United States














Built in 1610 by the Tiaxcalan Indians from Mexico, under the direction of Franciscan Padres.

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Interior, the altar has received white coats of paint 5 different times in history. Shown now, currently restored.

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The rear of the church. The original abode has been covered with stucco to preserve the outer surface. The rock buttresses are original.

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