All about Parroquia de San Sebastián in Mérida, Mexico
Updated: October 24, 2024
Main Category: Parks & Churches
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The church, together with the park and the market, forms the center of the neighborhood San Sebastián. Parroquia de San Sebastián in Mérida, Mexico is about 4.3km away from Casa Loltún. It is located on the outskirts of Mérida. As it is a little further from the city center, you might want to take a car or bus.
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Address:
Parroquia de San Sebastián, Centro, Mérida, Yucatán, Mexiko
Website:
Category:
Parks and Churches
Phone:
+52 999 928 5751
Distance:
4.3km from Casa Loltún
Travel Time:
Within the city
Admission:
No entry fee
Price Level:
-
Since:
16th century
Google Rating:
Opening Hours:
• Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Parroquia de San Sebastián
Parroquia de San Sebastián, a little southwest of the center, was for a long time only a small hermitage and was one of the first churches built by the Spaniards after the conquest of the city in the 16th century.
The old parish of Our Lady of the Assumption was built on top of a Mayan temple to make the adaptation of the new religion easier for the indigenous people.
The current appearance of the church dates back to the end of the 18th century, with additions taking place even after that. At that time, San Sebastián also became the new patron saint. Today, the church, together with Parque de San Sebastián and Mercado San Sebastián, forms the center of the neighborhood of the same name.
If you are interested, you can also find historical photos of the church in the Media Library of INAH. In addition to the website, you can also find Parroquia de San Sebastián on Facebook.
Festivities
Every year in August, festivities are held. And although it is called the Feast of St. Sebastian, the celebrations are in honor of Our Lady of the Assumption. The celebrations begin in early August and last just under fifteen days, sometimes a little longer.
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