Iglesia de Inmaculada Concepción

Manizales


Built at the beginning of the 20th century, this elegant church has a beautiful carved-wood interior reminiscent of a ship's hull.


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1. Catedral de Manizales

0.35 MILES

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2. Plaza de Bolívar

0.35 MILES

The city's main square has the mandatory statue of Bolívar, by Rodrigo Arenas Betancur, here known as Bolívar-Cóndor since the sculptor endows Colombia's…

3. Torre de Chipre

1.19 MILES

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4. Monumento a Los Colonizadores

1.22 MILES

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5. Los Yarumos

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This 53-hectare municipal park offers panoramic views of the city and adventure activities. Popular with locals, free activities include a short guided…

6. Hacienda Venecia

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7. Recinto del Pensamiento

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