Church of Ichuac facts for kids
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Front of the church
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| Location | Ichuac, Puqueldón, Lemuy Island, Chiloé Province, Los Lagos Region, Chile |
| Part of | Churches of Chiloé |
| Criteria | Cultural: (ii), (iii) |
| Inscription | 2000 (24th Session) |
| Area | 6.8 ha (17 acres) |
The Church of Ichuac is a beautiful old church located in the small town of Ichuac. This town is on Lemuy Island, which is part of the Chiloé Archipelago in southern Chile. It's a Catholic church, also known in Spanish as Iglesia de Ichuac.
This church is very special! In 1999, it was named a National Monument of Chile. Then, in 2000, it became one of 16 Churches of Chiloé recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means it's considered important to the whole world.
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History of the Church of Ichuac
The Church of Ichuac has a long history. It is part of the San Pedro Nolasco parish in Puqueldón. This parish is one of 24 that make up the Diocese of Ancud.
Keeping the Church Strong
In the early 1990s, people in Ichuac worked together to fix up their church. They wanted to make sure it stayed in good shape. Thanks to their efforts, the church is now considered to be in very good condition.
Celebrating the Patron Saint
Every year, the church celebrates its special patron saint, the Virgin of Candelaria. This feast day is a big event for the community. It takes place on February 2nd.
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