Religious site
Iglesia y Convento de la Compañía de Jesús, Antigua Guatemala
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The Iglesia y Convento de la Compañía de Jesús was built by the Jesuits in the 17th century as a church and educational complex. Though partially ruined by earthquakes, the site retains a magnificent Baroque facade with intricate stone carvings. The large central courtyard, surrounded by arched corridors, gives a sense of the scale of the original school. Visitors can explore the ruins, climb onto surviving walls for views, and imagine the intellectual life that once thrived here.
Don't miss
- Study the ornate Baroque facade with its detailed reliefs and niches.
- Wander the spacious cloister courtyard, one of the largest in Antigua.
- Climb the remaining walls for a panoramic view of the ruins and surrounding city.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Iglesia y Convento de la Compañía de Jesús, Antigua Guatemala
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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