The Cathedral Basilica of St. Ann ( es, Catedral Basílica Menor de Santa Ana de Coro) is a cathedral and basilica located in

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created the

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and 2

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s (3 ''naves'' in Spanish terminology). The tower of the cathedral was built since 1620, and it is believed that the construction work was culminated in full in 1634, almost 50 years after he made the decision to start the work. It is known that between 1608 and 1615, Francisco Ramirez, participated in the construction of the dome and two lateral vaults. Nevada Bartolome takes over the work in 1615 and his role is essential in the continuity of the work and outcome of its construction. The cathedral was among all buildings built before 1713 the most important as it will set a precedent in the architectural features for the construction of the churches of the rest of the country.

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Coro and the nearby town of

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were designated a

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("Coro and its port La Vela") in the 1990s because of their architectural heritage. The cathedral has been included in a

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, rather than the core area of the site. In 2005 Coro was included in the List of World Heritage in Danger following damage caused to the city by heavy rains. In 2018 corrective measures were still being addressed, although some progress had been made.

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