Cost of a Niche in the Basilica of Guadalupe
The current price of a niche in the Plaza Mariana, located near the Basilica of Guadalupe, is 25,300 pesos in a single payment, plus an annual maintenance fee of 1,173 pesos
The recent news of a celebrity purchasing a niche near the Basilica of Guadalupe has sparked interest in the cost of such a space. According to the administration of the Basilica, the current price of a niche in the Plaza Mariana is 25,300 pesos in a single payment, plus an annual maintenance fee of 1,173 pesos.
## Background on the Purchase The purchase was made by Yolanda Andrade, who recently revealed her diagnosis with a degenerative disease. Her sister, Marilé Andrade, explained that the decision to buy a niche was made so that the family could remain together even after death. The niche is intended for Yolanda and possibly her mother.
## Cost of a Niche in the Plaza Mariana The Plaza Mariana, where the niche was purchased, is a complex adjacent to the Basilica of Guadalupe. The current prices for a niche in this location are as follows: | Type of Payment | Amount | | --- | --- | | Single Payment | 25,300 pesos | | Annual Maintenance Fee | 1,173 pesos |
## History and Characteristics of the Plaza Mariana The Plaza Mariana is a 68,000 square meter complex that was inaugurated in 2011. It was designed by architect Fernando Romero and features a subterranean columbarium with thousands of niches for ashes, as well as a center for evangelization, auditoriums, and a museum dedicated to the historical and artistic heritage of the Guadalupe cult. The complex was built to provide a space for the millions of pilgrims who visit the Basilica each year, and its design is inspired by religious symbols.
