Felipe & Nicole

Before thinking about the wedding decorations and even the tail of the wedding dress, you must define where you will contract the sacred bond before the eyes of God, a decision that will depend on many factors, such as distance, the size of the place and the value of the service, among others.

Are you lost and have no idea about churches? If your answer is yes, then it will help you to know which are Santiago's favorite temples to exchange your gold rings these days. Some historical and others more contemporary. Take note!

1. Holy Guardian Angels

Ximena Muñoz Latuz

This parish church, built in 1884 in Romanesque style, has a capacity for 400 people The bride and groom may bring the priest of their choice, or they may marry the deacon of Holy Guardian Angels.

The marriages take place on Fridays, at any time starting at 1:00 p.m.; while on Saturdays the times are 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. A donation of $450,000 is requested, while inside the temple it is only allowed to throw flower petals.

• Address: Rodolfo Vergara 0252, Providencia.
• Phone: (2) 220 41 588

2. Our Lady of the Angels

Ximena Muñoz Latuz

Founded in April of 1943 by Cardinal José María Caro Rodríguez, this parish has a capacity for 280 people seated The reservation must be booked at least six months in advance due to the high demand.

The contribution is $400,000 and includes flowers, carpet and lighting. The bride and groom, on the other hand, should be in charge of the choir and amplification. Ceremonies are held on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.; and on Saturdays, at 6:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

• Address: 155 El Golf Av., Las Condes.
• Phone: (2) 220 81 416

Mary, Mother of Mercy

Shantal Flowers

Although the central church has a capacity for 800 people, what most of the bride and groom do is exchange their silver rings in the central nave, which is the main entrance to the church. comfortably accommodates around 300 guests Reservations must be made at least four months in advance and the donation is 13.5 UF.

For its part, it is up to the bride and groom to bring the priest The marriages in winter are performed on Fridays at 9:00 p.m. and on Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. In summer, on Fridays at 9:00 p.m. and on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

• Address: Camino Real 4334, Lo Barnechea.
• Phone: (2) 224 18 497

4. Saint Lazarus

Photographer of Love Roxana Ramirez

Located in the heart of Santiago's downtown district, this parish church was built in 1775. is also among the most demanded It is advisable to book about six months in advance.

The fee is $200,000 and the bride and groom can bring their own priest if they wish, although in San Lazaro there are also those who can perform the ceremony. The capacity is for 300 people.

When are the marriages celebrated? Fridays at 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm; Saturdays at 8:30 pm.

• Address: Av. Ejército 412, Santiago.
• Phone: (2) 269 88 335

5. Our Lady of Divine Providence

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Eight months in advance should the bride and groom approach who want to declare their vows with beautiful phrases of love in this busy parish. The temple has a capacity for 400 people comfortably seated, but side chairs can also be mounted if necessary.

The price is $350,000 and includes carpets, lighting, audio, and a kneeler for the bride and groom and godparents. The ceremonies are held on Fridays at 8:30 p.m., and on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. It should be noted that in this parish the following are included no marriages are performed during the month of February.

• Address: Providencia Av. 1619, Providencia.
• Phone: (2) 223 59 703

6. Saint Ignatius of Loyola

JoseNovios

Between $240,000 and $440,000 is the suggested contribution from this parish, which includes red carpet, microphones, packaged music and the service, if needed, of a priest if it is a celebration with Mass or a deacon if it is a liturgy.

The capacity of this temple of neoclassical style, belonging to the Jesuit fathers, corresponds to 450 seated persons. The ceremonies take place on Fridays at 8:00 pm (although they can be brought forward); and on Saturdays, at 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

• Address: Padre Alonso Ovalle 1494, Santiago.
• Phone: (2) 258 27 577

7. Church of the Vera Cruz

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It dates from 1852 and stands out among the main heritage attractions of the Lastarria neighborhood. built in homage to the founder of Santiago, Pedro de Valdivia.

It has a capacity for 200 people and the cost associated with its use for weddings is $120,000. It includes three tunes of packaged music, red carpet and the service of a deacon if you wish to take it. The marriages are officiated only on Saturdays, at 18:00, 18:45 and 20:30 hours.

• Address: José Victorino Lastarria 125, Santiago.
• Phone: (2) 263 31 584

8. The Holy Family

Ricardo Prieto & Bride & Groom Photography

Located at the foot of the San Cristobal hill. This historic chapel is requesting a donation of $200,000, which includes the participation of the priest, red carpet, lights and audio equipment, excluding flowers and choir.

Its capacity is for 300 people comfortably seated Ceremonies are held on Fridays at any time and on Saturdays at 12:00 noon and 5:45 pm.

• Address: Los Misioneros 2176, Providencia.
• Phone: (2) 223 27 644

9. St. Francis de Sales

Ximena Muñoz Latuz

The religious service in this parish costs 20 UF and includes carpet, heating and sound. Its capacity is for 300 people and must be booked more than six months in advance, as it is quite crowded.

The priest must be carried by the bride and groom. and the timetable for the performance of marriages is at 8:40 pm on Fridays, and at 5:30 pm and 8:40 pm on Saturdays.

St. Francis de Sales is considered one of the most beautiful churches built in recent years. Therefore, if you need to balance the budget, you can go for cheap wedding rings in order to access the place of your dreams.

• Address: Av. Santa María 5600, Vitacura.
• Phone: (2) 224 26 719

10. The Transfiguration of the Lord

Photography and Video Rodrigo Villagra

This church, created in 1964 by Monsignor Raúl Silva Henríquez, is another very demanded by couples in Santiago.

As such, they should book well in advance if they want to cut their wedding cake in 2019, as well as pay a $95,000 fee, which includes a red carpet from the bride and groom's kneeler to the exit, as well as all lighting and exclusive parking for the wedding car. That's right, does not incorporate floral decorations or music.

Marriages are celebrated on Fridays at 9:00 pm and on Saturdays at 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm. The temple has a capacity for 600 people and it is recommended that each couple bring their priest.

• Address: Apoquindo Av. 7228, Las Condes.
• Phone: (2) 221 29 755

Now that the picture is clear, you can start thinking about the love phrases to incorporate into your wedding vows, as well as wedding arrangements that are ideal for mounting at the altar.