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History

Originally there was a small chapel near the beach. In 1890 is purchased the plot where a better temple was to be built. Finally, on 25 June 1899 is laid the fundamental stone of the present temple, which is dedicated to saint

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. The construction took decades; the decisive boost was given by the priest Domingo Tamburini, appointed parish priest in 1925. This church is an important landmark in its neighbourhood and a very popular wedding venue. The Montevideo Philharmonic Orchestra holds concerts here during its seasons.Montevideo Philharmonic Orchestra

Same devotion

There are other churches in Uruguay dedicated to St. John the Baptist: * Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Salto * St. John the Baptist Parish Church in Santa Lucía * St. John the Baptist Parish Church in San Bautista * St. John the Baptist Parish Church in Río Branco * St. John the Baptist Parish Church in Mercedes * St. John the Baptist Chapel in Ismael Cortinas

References

External links

Parish of St. John the Baptist
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