"The Churches of Chiloé represent a unique example in Latin America of an outstanding form of ecclesiastical wooden architecture. They represent a tradition initiated by the Jesuit Peripatetic Mission in the 17th and 18th centuries, continued and enriched by the Franciscans during the 19th century and still prevailing today. These churches embody the intangible richness of the Chiloé Archipelago, and bear witness to a successful fusion of indigenous and European culture, the full integration of its architecture in the landscape and environment, as well as to the spiritual values of the communities." Source: UNESCO World Heritage"
Postcard 1
Interior of Church Santa Maria of Loreto of Achao. Postcard was bought at this church. Postmarked February 9, 2010 in Chile and arrived in Penang on March 1, 2010. Thanks to Noelle of Chile.
Postcard 2
Iglesias de Chiloe - Churches of Chiloe. Left to right: Aldachildo - Chacao - Nercon - Tenaun; Vilipully - Rilan - Castro - Llau Llau. Thanks to Jenny.
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