Iglesia de La Merced
Basílica de Nuestra Señora de La Merced
A Baroque church dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy, León's patron saint, with an ornate altar that is considered the most beautiful church interior in the city.
La Merced was built in the 18th century and is dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy, León's patron saint. Its exterior is a typical Central American Baroque design. The gilded altar and carvings inside are among the most magnificent in León's churches. Every year on September 24, the feast of Our Lady of Mercy is marked by a grand procession. The church is two blocks northwest of the cathedral, and admission is free.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- León Cathedral
- Museum of the Revolution
- Iglesia de la Recolección
- Mercado Central de León
- Centro de Arte Fundación Ortiz-Gurdián
- Museo Archivo Rubén Darío
- Museo de Leyendas y Tradiciones
- Iglesia El Calvario