Salta Cathedral
Catedral Basílica de Salta
A 19th-century cathedral with pink-and-white walls on the north side of the main square. It houses Salta's patron, the Miraculous Image, and its interior is richly gilded.
Salta Cathedral was built between 1858 and 1882. Its Italianate facade is painted pink and white, and it is an Argentine national historic monument. Inside are the “Lord of the Miracle” and “Our Lady of the Miracle” images, brought from Spain in the 16th century. Every September, the Miracle Festival draws hundreds of thousands of faithful, who walk in from across the region, making for a grand spectacle. The cathedral also holds the remains of General Martín Miguel de Güemes, Salta's hero. Entry is free. Please keep quiet during Mass.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–12:30, 16:30–21:00
Nearby sights
- Plaza 9 de Julio
- Museum of High Altitude Archaeology (MAAM)
- Cabildo of Salta
- Church of San Francisco, Salta
- Convent of San Bernardo
- Calle Balcarce Peñas
- Pajcha Museum of American Ethnic Art
- Monument to General Güemes