Basílica del Voto Nacional

The National Vow Church is called "Basilica" by the locals. It is 151 meters tall and can be seen from any side of the city. It is indeed tall enough. Inside, it is very simple and there are not many things. There is an additional fee to climb to the top, which is not expensive. We were tired and did not go up. Other churches in Quito are much more luxurious than this one.

The church is indeed very gorgeous. Visitors can climb one of the spires for $2. Climbing to the roof of the nave, in addition to viewing the interior design of the church from top to bottom, the surprise is to see the stained glass windows up close! Because the tower is very narrow and can only accommodate a few people, you have to queue up to climb the stairs. This spire is more than 100 meters above the ground.

The Basílica is the largest Gothic church in Latin America. Construction began in 1892 and is still ongoing. Local legend has it that the world will end when the church is completed. The church is indeed very gorgeous, and visitors can climb one of the spires for $2.

Quito Cathedral is the most iconic building in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. It is also known as the National Oath Cathedral. The church is a typical Gothic building. The two towers are symmetrical, tall and magnificent. The towers can reach the top of the tower through outdoor iron stairs. Some are surprised. The timid are cautious. But standing on the top of the tower, you can see all the hills and mountains. Quito has a panoramic view at his feet. It feels good.

The temple is located on Bacon Hill in Quito, which is a holy place for Christians in Quito. On the mountain stands a tall statue of Mary, wrapped in aluminum plates. It sparkles in the sun, giving people a feeling of the advent of a holy miracle, which is very sacred.

The Cathedral of Quito in Ecuador is also known as the Cathedral of the National Vow. It is the largest Catholic church in Ecuador. It is the tallest building in the old town of Quito and is very grand. The interior decoration of the church is also very good, especially the stained glass on both sides of the wall. The sunlight shines into the interior of the church through these stained glass, which is bizarre and mysterious. At the same time, climbing to the top of the tall spire, you can overlook the entire old town of Quito, and the scenery is also very good.

It is the largest New Gothic Church in America. The shape is deeply influenced by Europe. The front structure is similar to Catedral de Burgos Cathedral in Spain and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. The biggest bright spot is the steeple, the highest point 115 meters from the ground. Visitors can climb to the top of the Bell Tower through ladders built outside the building and enjoy the panoramic view of the old city from above.

I have been there twice, and it was a great experience. The first time I went there, I only visited the lobby of the church, which was a very shocking Gothic building. I had to go to the church bell tower and climb the tower before 16:00. The first time I went there, I didn't have time to climb the tower because I went too late. The top of the tower overlooks all the scenery of Quito Old Town. The cathedral began construction on July 10, 1892, and was built with state funds. It is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The main architect of the church, Emilio Tarlier, was inspired by the Cathedral of Saint Stephen in Bourges, Cher, France, which was the power center of medieval Christianity in France. On January 30, 1985, Pope John Paul II blessed the church, and the consecration was held on July 12, 1988, which was actually equivalent to stamping the recognition of the church's lofty status.