Church of San Francisco Acatepec
Templo de San Francisco Acatepec
A village Baroque church whose entire exterior is covered in colourful Talavera tiles and red brick mosaic, dazzling in the sunlight.
Built in the 18th century, the church's façade is completely covered with coloured Talavera tiles, making it the most famous example of 'Puebla-style Baroque'. The interior was restored after a fire in 1939, and its golden altarpiece remains exquisite. Admission is free. Located about 1.5 km south of Tonantzintla, the two churches can be visited together in one to two hours. The surrounding area is rural, so you will need a taxi or hired car to get there.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Church of Santa María Tonantzintla
- Great Pyramid of Cholula
- Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
- Convent of San Gabriel & Capilla Real, Cholula
- International Museum of the Baroque
- Estrella de Puebla
- Cuexcomate
- Uriarte Talavera Workshop