Churches of Chiloé

States
Chile
Category
Cultural
Year
2000
Location
Municipalities of Castro, Chonchi, Dalcahue, Puqueldón, Quemchi, and Quinchao, Chiloé Province, X Region de los Lagos
Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Coordinates
-42.5, -73.76666667
Last Visited
Not visited yet
UNESCO ID
971
WH Site
971
Churches of Chiloé

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The Churches of Chiloé, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Chile, are a unique collection of 16 wooden churches built by Jesuit missionaries between the 17th and 19th centuries. Crafted without nails using local timber, these structures blend European architectural styles with Indigenous craftsmanship, reflecting the region’s cultural fusion. Recognized for their historical and artistic value, they stand as enduring symbols of faith and ingenuity.

📍 Location Map
Points (16)
  • Church of Achao Quinchao
  • Church of Aldachildo Puqueld
  • Church of Castro Castro
  • Church of Chelín
  • Church of Chonchi Chonchi
  • Church of Colo
  • Church of Dalcahue Dalcahue
  • Church of Detif Puqueld
  • Church of Ichuac Puqueld
  • Church of Nercón
  • Church of Quinchao Quinchao
  • Church of Rilán
  • Church of San Juan Dalcahue
  • Church of Tenaún
  • Church of Vilupuili Chonchi
  • Churgh of Caguach X Region of Los Lagos