El Calvario Church

El Calvario Church is a majestic neo-Gothic style temple located in the Historic Center of San Salvador. Its construction began in 1925 and was consecrated between 1950 and 1951. It stands out for its reinforced concrete architecture, pointed arches, colorful stained glass windows and Carrara marble sculptures, which make it a true artistic and religious jewel. It is the focal point of the Holy Week processions, attracting thousands of faithful every year. Designed by the Italian architect Augusto Baratta, it measures approximately 64 meters long by 52 meters wide. Currently, it functions as an active center of Catholic worship under the administration of the Archdiocese of San Salvador, and has regained relevance after the redevelopment of the Historic Center.

A relevant event linked to El Calvario Church is its role as the epicenter of the Holy Week processions in El Salvador. From this temple depart the main religious activities during the Holy Week, especially the Via Crucis of Good Friday, which runs through the streets of the Historic Center and summons thousands of faithful every year.

This fact makes it not only a regular place of worship, but also a key point of national religious tourism, being the scene of one of the most deeply rooted traditions of Salvadoran Catholicism. In addition, its active participation in these celebrations reinforces its role as a symbol of collective faith and spiritual heritage.