Structure 8
First Temple of the Crown (1526 – 1542)
Historical Milestones
- Origin Founded in 1526 by the Mercedarian monks as a rustic structure of straw.
- Evolution In 1532 is rebuilt with brick and tile, reaching its final design of 748 sq m.
- Social Life Center of Sunday activity, where the masses were accompanied by sacred music.
Monumental Archaeological Discovery:
In the year 2000, excavations in the area of the main altar revealed a historical crypt. Investigations suggest that the skeletal remains found belong to the two most influential figures of the conquest in Nicaragua:
- Francisco Hernández de Córdoba (Founder of León and Granada).
- Pedrarias Dávila Governor of the Province.
Architecture
Roof Handmade clay tile.
Walls Adobe brick with a talpuja earth finish.
