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La Antigua

La Antigua

La Antigua

This locality, situated in the Veracruz municipality of the same name, covers an area of over ten hectares and contains seven historic buildings constructed between the 16th and 19th centuries.

During the pre-Hispanic era, this area was home to an indigenous settlement called Huitzilapan — a shortened form of Huitztizilapan — which in Nahuatl means "river of hummingbirds."

In 1519, with the arrival of the conquistador Hernán Cortés, the first port and town council of the newly formed New Spain were established here. According to historical records, by the late 16th century, the city already had Franciscan and Dominican convents, the Jesuit house, three hospitals, a main church, and the aforementioned Santiago chapel.


 

Ermita del Rosario

Rosary Chapel

It is the first Catholic chapel on the American continent, built between 1523 and 1524. Originally, the chapel was dedicated to Saint James the Apostle and served as an independent parish with vicars in charge.

Parroquia El Santo Cristo del Buen Viaje

Parish of the Holy Christ of the Good Journey

Antiguas Caballerizas de Santa Anna

Old Stables of Santa Anna

This site was known to be where the conquistadors kept their horses. In 1804, Antonio López de Santa Anna, father of the future president of the same name, ordered its conversion into a military barracks.

Biblioteca "Matías Ibarra Martínez", Antiguo Cabildo

"Matías Ibarra Martínez" Library, Former City Hall

Known as one of the earliest city halls established in the Americas following Hernán Cortés’s arrival, this building dates back to the 16th century based on its architectural features. Over time, it was used for commercial purposes and as a warehouse.

Casa de Cortés

Casa de Cortés

This building is an example of Sevillian-style architecture and features a traditional water wheel (noria) that supplied water to the house. Most of the rooms surrounding the central courtyard have been preserved.

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Plaza de Armas

One of the first steps in establishing the settlement was the layout of a central plaza and a church as focal points, accompanied by a series of public buildings to house institutions and provide essential services.

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