All Saints Cathedral, Calabozo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints Cathedral |
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| Catedral de Todos Los Santos de Calabozo | |
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| Location | Calabozo |
| Country |  Venezuela |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
The All Saints Cathedral (which in Spanish is Catedral de Todos Los Santos de Calabozo) is a beautiful old church. It is also known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Calabozo. This important building is located in Calabozo, a city in Guárico State, Venezuela. It is a great example of baroque architecture, which is a fancy and detailed style.
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History of the Cathedral
How the Cathedral Began
The story of the All Saints Cathedral started on February 1, 1724. This was the very same day the city of Calabozo was founded! A priest named Father Cadiz blessed the land. He also blessed the people who were going to live there. Everyone agreed to build the city for the King.
After this, the priest and the villagers put up a simple cross. This marked the spot where the church would be built. They then planned out the main square and the first four streets. They also decided where the first twelve plots of land would be.
Building the First Church
The first church building was quite simple. It was built between 1754 and 1790. Construction took a long time. This was common for big buildings back then.
The Cathedral Today
Later, in the 20th century, a special part was added. This was the large dome with a clock. This dome has become a famous symbol of Calabozo. It is one of the most important landmarks in the Venezuelan state of Guárico. The cathedral is a significant place for the Roman Catholic Church in Venezuela.
See also
In Spanish: Catedral de Todos los Santos (Calabozo) para niños
- List of cathedrals in Venezuela
- Roman Catholicism in Venezuela
