St. James the Apostle Parish Church, Costa Rica


🔍 St. James the Apostle Parish Church ⛪️

📍 Seen in Sarchí, Alajuela, Costa Rica 🇨🇷

💬 The parish, dedicated to Saint James the Apostle, was established in 1896. Construction of the current church began in 1949 and was completed in 1956.


Photo Location:

Sarchí, Alajuela, Costa Rica

Year Opened:

1958

Architectural Style:

Eclectic Neo-Colonial with vernacular Costa Rican elements

Building Dimensions:

Length: ~ 45 m

Width: ~ 20 m

Height: ~ 22 m (taller clock tower)

Architect / Designer:

Teodorico Quirós Alvarado

Coordinates:

10°05’24.2″N 84°20’42.9″W

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