TEMPLO SAN HIPÓLITO Y SAN CASIANO
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This church houses an image of San Judas Tadeo, the saint of lost causes, for whom Mexicans have a great devotion
Also known as San Judas Tadeo, this colonial church has a special history as it is built right on the spot where a large number of Spanish soldiers lost their lives on June 30, 1520, during the Noche Triste, when they tried to leave Tenochtitlán with the gold they had stolen. On their way, they were caught by Aztec warriors who killed almost half of the troop. After the conquest, Hernán Cortés decided to build a church in this place, as a tribute to the Spanish martyrs who fell during the battle. To seal the Spanish revenge, the church was dedicated to San Hipolito, because it was on August 13, 1521, day of Saint Hipolito, that the Spaniards took Tenochtitlán.
Nowadays, this church is one of the most frequented in the capital, because besides the image of Saint Hippolyte, it also houses an image of San Judas Tadeo, the saint of lost causes, for whom the Mexicans have a great devotion. On the 28th of each month, thousands of believers walk to this church from the farthest corners of the city, dressed as the saint or carrying statues of him, to ask San Judas Tadeo for a favor or to thank him for services rendered. It is a colourful procession. On this occasion, it is almost impossible to enter the church because of the number of people, but the experience is worth it. Not to be missed if your stay in Mexico City falls at the end of the month!
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