Friday, August 15, 2008

San Marcos

San Marcos


San Marcos

The Church of San Marcos in Aguascalientes


Info form Ags tourism office:
Located in San Marcos neighborhood, also called Temple of the virgin of Carmen, Its construction began on 1655 by order of Dr. Manuel Colón de Larreátegui. It was on construction for 100 years, being finished on 1765. The front is on barroco style with 3 bodies. On the second body there is a glass ornament for the Virgin of Carmen. The tower is of two towers and is used to increase the sight of height.

On april is the Aguascalientes fair, known as "San Marcos fair", Mexico's most famous fair.

Greetings
Jessica

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