[1] The architecture style is Baroque,[2] and was intentionally built with low spires and towers, as to better resist earthquakes.

The Basilica de la Soledad is part of the Historic Center of Oaxaca City, which was declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987.

It was designed by Father Fernando Méndez and the current facade was built between 1717 and 1718, with the assistance of Bishop Angel Maldonado.

The building was constructed from green cantera, a stone common in parts of Oaxaca.

The west gallery contains a baroque pipe organ dated 1686, restored to playing condition in 2000.