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Iglesia de La Compania de Jesus

Benalcazar 562 y Antonio Jose de Sucre, Quito, Ecuador
2581-895
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Ranked #1 of 87 attractions in Quito
Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Owner description: This Jesuit church is a masterpiece of baroque and Quiteno-colonial art with lavish golden altars and gilded columns, making it one of the most ornate... more » Owner description: This Jesuit church is a masterpiece of baroque and Quiteno-colonial art with lavish golden altars and gilded columns, making it one of the most ornate structures in Ecuador. « less
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texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

It's unlikely that you will miss this church while visiting Quito because it receives plenty of publicity. It's small, ornate and very gold!! You can not take pictures inside, but once you step in, you will certainly understand why. It is easy to get to and is not too far from the main plaza and the government building. The architecture... More

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Tampa, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Didn't like that you can't take pictures inside the Church, but the reason was understandable. It was, however, beautiful.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

La Compania is one of the more impressive examples of Spanish Baroque architecture you will see in Ecuador. The painted ceilings have earned it the nickname "Quito's Sistine Chapel". Read the story of Santa Mariana that is on the pamphlet you receive at the door. She is the patron saint of Ecuador are her remains comprise the base of the... More

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Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

a must see in quito. worth to pay for one of the guides to tell you more about how/when/why this church was built the way it is.

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Baltimore, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

A beautiful ornate church that I believe has been recently restored. In addition, there is a small museum on site. There is a nominal admission fee.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Incredible interior made of gold, gold and gold. You are totally immerged in the history, colonial time, in a big church totally decorated of gold everywhere. You have to see, but be care, on Saturday they will close at 4 pm. But there is a mass at 5, authorized if you take part. So you will really live the faith... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

I live in Quito , and I have visited many places, and many churches , and even if spain we can't find a precious work such as this company church. From the oputside, and the inside this is a master piece of art. Quito has the largest old town in all of Latin america, and there are so many things... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

What a gem! The wood carvings are superb! The whole structure is exquisite. It is awe-inspiring and not to be missed.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

The gold work is astounding, the art fascinating, and the cultural syncretism of the construction and history are multilayered and could be explored and researched for years. The parishioners and staff are crummy and tight-assed. I am as respectful as I can be when visiting different cultural and religiously significant areas, so getting all rude and snotty when someone asks... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I took photographs and enjoyed the spectacle, but seeing several spectacular churches in a short time renders some confusion about what was in each indivvidual building. Seeing them and their artwork and surroundings is quite awesome!

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