St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Carora facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St. John the Baptist Cathedral |
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| Catedral de San Juan Bautista de Carora | |
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| Location | Carora |
| Country |  Venezuela |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
The St. John the Baptist Cathedral (which in Spanish is Catedral de San Juan Bautista de Carora) is a Catholic church. It is located in the city of Carora, in the Lara state of Venezuela. People also call it the Cathedral of Carora.
This beautiful church is decorated completely in white. It is very important for its religious history and as a cultural landmark. Many tourists visit it every year. The cathedral is the main church for the Catholic Diocese of Carora. This diocese was created on July 22, 1992, by Pope John Paul II. The building officially became a cathedral on November 11, 1992.
History of the Cathedral
The St. John the Baptist Cathedral stands in the old colonial part of Carora. It is right across from Bolivar Square. Building this church took about 100 years to complete.
Architectural Style
The cathedral shows a mix of old building styles. It has a baroque style from the colonial period. You can also see parts of Renaissance architecture in its design.
Key Dates and Events
- Early 1600s: Construction of the church began.
- 1658: The building was already being used for services.
- 1745: The main altar inside the church was built.
- 1825: A fire damaged the cathedral. After the fire, it had to be rebuilt.
See also
You can read about the Cathedral of San Juan Bautista (Carora) for kids in Spanish here: Catedral de San Juan Bautista (Carora) para niños- List of cathedrals in Venezuela
- Roman Catholicism in Venezuela
- St. John the Baptist Cathedral (disambiguation)
