Iglesia de Santo Tomás

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The Iglesia de Santo Tomás in Chichicastenango, Guatemala, is a historically significant church built in the 16th century. This colonial-era structure is renowned for its unique blend of Catholic and indigenous Maya traditions. The church is dedicated to Saint Thomas the Apostle and serves as a central place of worship for both Catholic and Maya religious practices. Its steps, originally part of a pre-Columbian temple, are often used by local Maya priests for traditional rituals, making it a fascinating site of cultural syncretism.

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