Panotla facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Panotla
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View of the San Nicolás de Bari church in the center of town
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 Panotla
Location in Tlaxcala
Panotla
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Tlaxcala |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central) |
Panotla is a town and a surrounding area called a municipality in the Mexican state of Tlaxcala. It is located about four kilometers (about 2.5 miles) west of the city of Tlaxcala. Panotla is known for its beautiful and historic churches.
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Exploring Panotla's Historic Churches
Panotla is home to several amazing churches. Each one tells a story about the town's past. They show different styles of architecture from various time periods.
San Nicolás de Bari Church
The San Nicolás de Bari church was finished in 1796. It has a very fancy and detailed front, called a baroque facade. This facade is framed by a large arch. The church also has a tall bell tower with two levels.
Baroque Details and Design
The fancy parts of the church, like the facade and bell tower, are made with mortar. They feature special columns called estipite columns. You can also see beautiful carvings of flowers, animals, and even human faces. These designs are typical of the baroque style.
The church faces a large open area called an atrium. This atrium is surrounded by a wall. Inside, the church has one main hall, known as a nave. It features altarpieces in a Neoclassical style. There is also an organ that dates back to the 1600s!
Nuestra Señora de la Defensa Sanctuary
The Nuestra Señora de la Defensa Sanctuary is in the community of San Ambrosio Texantla. It was built between the 1600s and 1700s. The outside of the sanctuary has a cool octagon-shaped dome. Its tower has decorative battlements, called merlons, on its corners. The front of the building is covered in tiles.
The Virgin Mary Image
Inside the sanctuary, you will find a special image of the Virgin Mary. It is called Our Lady of the Defense. This image was brought here by a person named Juan Bautista de Jesús. You can see it on the main altar.
Other Notable Churches
Panotla has other important churches too.
San Ambrosio Texantla Church
The San Ambrosio Texantla Church was built more recently, between the 1800s and 1900s. Its atrium, the open area outside, has several graves.
San Francisco de Asis Church
The San Francisco de Asis Church is in the community of San Francisco Temetzontla. This church is in the northern part of the municipality. It was built in the 1700s. The front of the church has two levels. The top part of the entrance looks like a seashell. The bell tower has three levels and even includes a clock!
