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Also known as Iglesia Porta Coeli is located in Sangerma on a knoll at one end of the town. Dating from 1606, this is the oldest church in the New World. Restored by the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture, it contains a museum of art with a collection of santos, the carved figures of saints, a fixture in Puerto Rican folk art. There are 17th century portraits, choral books, carvings and 19th century statues. Open Tuesday from 9am-4pm.

Location: Route 2, San German Puerto Rico Telephone Toll Free: 787-264-4258

Other History nearby:
(Bayamon) Alcaldia de Bayamon
(San Juan) Antigua Diputacion
(Utuado) Caguana Indian Ceremonial Park
(Guaynabo) Caparra Ruins
(San Juan) Capilla del Cristo
(Dorado) Casa Alegria Museum

04/19 Coming to The San German area