Así se construyó la Capilla del Rosario — el interior más lujoso del mundo en su época (1690)

In the heart of Puebla lies a masterpiece that has left travelers, architects, and artists from around the world speechless. When it was completed in 1690, many considered it the most luxurious interior ever built: a chapel completely covered in gold, sculptures, plasterwork, and symbols of the New Spanish Baroque style. In this video, you will discover how the Chapel of the Rosary, one of the greatest artistic treasures of New Spain, was built. You will learn about the impressive work of hundreds of artisans, sculptors, painters, and gilders who, for years, transformed a relatively small space into a masterpiece capable of rivaling the most opulent temples in Europe. How did they manage to cover every corner with such extraordinary decoration? How much gold was actually used? What do the sculptures, reliefs, and paintings that fill every wall and vault signify? And why was it known for centuries as "the eighth wonder of the world"? Join us on a journey to the 17th century to discover the history, secrets, and incredible construction of the Chapel of the Rosary, a masterpiece that transformed Puebla into one of the great artistic centers of the Americas. #HistoryOfMexico #ChapelOfTheRosary #Puebla #Baroque #NewSpainBaroque #History #NewSpain #ColonialArt #Architecture #ArtHistory #HistoricalHeritage #HistoricalDocumentary #HistoricalCuriosities #AncientMexico #Churches #CulturalHeritage #ColonialArchitecture #WorldHistory #PueblaDeLosAngeles #HistoricalMexico