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Iglesia del Señor de los Milagros de Choya undergoes restoration

The historic Iglesia del Señor de los Milagros de Choya in Catamarca is undergoing a comprehensive restoration project. Executed by the Ministry of Finance and Public Works, the intervention aims to preserve the structure and recover its original architectural characteristics.

The works include consolidating walls, restoring the central nave and sacristy roofs, recovering the high choir mezzanine, and restoring original wooden carpentry. Additionally, the project involves replacing the electrical installation, adding ornamental facade lighting, treating humidity, and restoring the temple's original paint colors.

Recognized as a Provincial Historical Monument under Law N° 4327/85, the church is noted for its adobe walls and carob wood openings, serving as a significant cultural and religious landmark for the community.

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Capilla Virgen de los Dolores · Iglesia del Señor de los Milagros de Choya · Ministerio de Hacienda y Obra Pública