Church of Vilupulli
Iglesia de San Antonio de Vilupulli
A small World Heritage church standing alone in a grassy hillside field, whose simple proportions and wood-shingled bell tower are considered a model of Chiloé church architecture.
The Vilupulli Church was built in the early 20th century and stands in the fields beside the road from Castro to Chonchi, surrounded by a few scattered farmhouses and bays. Its plain wood-shingled exterior and tall bell tower frequently appear on Chiloé postcards. The interior is usually open only during festivals or restoration, and most visitors simply park and take photos from outside. It is about 18 kilometers from Castro and can be a 20-minute stop by car or hired vehicle.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day; interior opening times vary
Nearby sights
- Chonchi
- Lemuy Island Churches
- Church of Nercón
- Feria Lillo
- Palafitos de Castro
- Church of San Francisco, Castro
- Museo de Arte Moderno Chiloé (MAM)
- Church of Rilán