Why pilgrims come
A sacred place worth the journey.
The only one of the six UNESCO-listed Chiquitos mission churches built principally in stone rather than the characteristic timber system. The ensemble remains part of a living Catholic town and should not be confused with nearby secular archaeological attractions.
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The pilgrim’s guide
What makes this visit meaningful
Complete the Chiquitos foundation at the stone mission church of San José, a distinct architectural expression within the same living Catholic heritage.
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The stone exception
Compare its construction carefully with the five timber mission churches.
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A living town
Worship and community remain part of the World Heritage value.
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