Recognized as a basilica by Pope Benedict XVI in 2005, The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi was founded as a parish the same year as the city was founded, in 1610. The current building featuring Romanesque revival architecture was dedicated in 1887. Note the round arches and Corinthian columns. The rose windows in the front of the church depict the twelve apostles. The best view of the windows is from the chapel where services take place. In the exterior porticos, several statues commemorate saints. The statue of Kateri Tekakwitha pays homage to the first Native American to be beatified. Notice the bronze doors leading back inside the church. The panels on the outside tell the story of the church in Santa Fe history. Put The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and other Santa Fe attractions into our Santa Fe trip itinerary maker app, and watch your holiday take shape.
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The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi reviews
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Enjoyed our visit to The beautiful Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Also attended Mass there during our visit. Very welcoming to visitors as the priest asked how many attending were...
Enjoyed our visit to The beautiful Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Also attended Mass there during our visit. Very welcoming to visitors as the priest asked how many attending were... more »
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The two churches dedicated to St Francis are wonderful. Frescoes, architecture, and the general tranquil feeling are relaxing and awe inspiring. Attended a Sunday morning Mass, also. Wonderful music..... more
The two churches dedicated to St Francis are wonderful. Frescoes, architecture, and the general tranquil feeling are relaxing and awe inspiring. Attended a Sunday morning Mass, also. Wonderful music..... more »
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Not quite sure how to review a church. I walked in late for mass because there were so many versions of the times online. I should have checked the sign out front the day before. The musicians seemed to be doing double duty from the Santa Fe Opera. They were so welcoming, as was everyone inside after mass. I really got there late. People wandering the beautiful gardens were also friendly and happy to help you not just take selfies. Truly beautiful, warm, peaceful. Be sure to check out the old wing/chapel at the left. So much history.
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Very beautiful and interesting (not being Catholic). A volunteer guide that was there to field questions... Was very informative as to describing what we were enjoying in our view.
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