Biblián

Sanctuary of the Virgen del Rocío

Of gothic style, place of devotion and visit of thousands of believers from different parts of the country. It was restructured and raised in magnificent work. Its construction began in 1893. The chapel was built on a rock, on August 26, 1894, people from all over Ecuador come to this place, and it was also restructured and built in a magnificent work, using carved stone. The adoration of the Blessed Virgin of El Rocio, is one of the most important manifestations of the Christian faith, it has a tower and naves supported by 49 granite columns, among which more than 36 arches alternate and beautiful wrought iron and glass chandeliers hang. the light highlights the rocky walls of the hill. It has a unique architectural and cultural beauty, it was declared "Cultural Heritage of Ecuador" in 2007. It is also a natural viewpoint from which the rich landscape of the area can be observed. Location It is located on the steep hill of Zhalao, located east of the city of Biblián, in the province of Cañar. The Sanctuary of the Virgen del Rocío has different activities that are: Walks, hiking, photographs and videos, knowledge of the history of the place, visits to temples, cemeteries The highlights of Sanctuary of the Virgen del Rocío The top of Zhalao: It offers an impressive panoramic view of the cities of Biblián and Azogues. Architecture: The Sanctuary of the Virgen del Rocío was carved out of rocks leaving areas of bare rock inside the church. This sanctuary is supported by 49 granite columns between which arches alternate and hang beautiful wrought iron and glass chandeliers.