Church of San Miguel Arcángel
Church in Mexico / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Church of San Miguel Arcángel is a Roman Catholic church located in the town of Ixmiquilpan, Hidalgo, Mexico. Built in the 16th century, the church is renowned for its intricate murals depicting religious and secular themes, as well as its fusion of European and Indigenous architectural styles. This church and its artwork are a foundational example of the cultural and religious syncretism present in Indigenous society post-conquest with it providing insight in the post-colonial identity of Indigenous peoples.
Quick Facts Location, Denomination ...
Location | Ixmiquilpan, Hidalgo (Mexico) |
---|---|
Denomination | Catholic Church |
Consecrated | c. 1550 |
Titular saint | Saint Michael the Archangel |
Close