Located between the streets of Guayaquil and Rocafuerte the 16 th century Church of Santo Domingo is a site that you should not miss.
It was initially built by Dominican Priests, with contributions by various notable artists from Quito such as, Bernardo Legarda, Miguel de Santiago and Fray Pedro Bedon. Due to this fusion, the church has a large amount of Baroque as well as Neoclassical details, and a variety of artwork including sculptures and paintings which leave visitors in awe.
CHURCH OF SANTO DOMINGO
HISTORICAL CHURCH
CHURCH OF SANTO DOMINGO
ART AND HERITAGE
The late 17 th century Chapel of La Virgen del Rosario is located on one side of the church’s central nave. Thus creating the famous arch of the Church of Santo Domingo, which supports the Chapel over Rocafuerte Street.
In the chapel you can see the sculpture of the Virgin of the Rosary that was a gift from King Charles V of Spain to Quito. The decoration of this chapel conserves the pure essence of Baroque Quito – golden paintings and carvings on a red backdrop earn its consideration as one of the architectural gems of the historic center of Quito.
Visiting the domes of this church is a worthy memory to take from your visit to Quito and the neighborhood of La Loma Grande.