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Basílica del Voto Nacional
Place
4.8 (14114 reviews)
Monumental 19th-century church featuring ornate neo-Gothic styling & city views from its towers.
Venezuela 11-263 y, Quito 170130, Ecuador
+593 96 390 4065
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Years of Construction
It took over a century to build the Basílica del Voto Nacional, with construction starting in 1892 and the official inauguration in 1988.
Tower Height
The two frontal towers of the basilica reach a height of 377 feet, offering stunning views of Quito.
Uncompleted Legend
Local legend states that if the basilica is ever officially completed, the world will end, leading to its perpetual state of incompletion.
Gargoyle Fauna
The basilica's gargoyles are unique, featuring representations of animals endemic to Ecuador, such as iguanas, tortoises, armadillos, and condors.
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