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Catedral Metropolitana

Near the Ministry Buildings, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
+5521 87157295
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Ranked #5 of 80 attractions in Brasilia
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites
Description: Another structure by award-winning architect Oscar Niemeyer, this landmark cathedral features stunning interior glasswork.
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Honolulu, Hawaii
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Architecturally fascinating, the interior is spellbinding, so be sure to enter the building for the full effect.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

The Catedral is on the Central Area of Brasilia and it's a great sightseeing. The interior is very clean and beautiful. Once inside, try saying something to the round wall in very low voice. It is possible to hear from the other side of the wall!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

Do not miss this sensational modernist gem. You will be awestruck. This is Niemeyer's genius on full display. P.S. Remember to wear long pants, as shorts are not allowed.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Light is incredible inside! Angels hanging are very beautiful! Pietà very beautiful too. A very different church, not to be missed at all! Just heads-up: At the very entrance of the Cathedral there is a sign asking you not to enter in shorts. Anyway, lotas of people were in shorts and had no problem.

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

If you are in Brasilia please stop by the Catedral Metropolitana, it is absolutely beautiful inside. It was free when I visited. Great spot to stop by go in and take a great pictures.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

Unusual style (for us medieval Europeans) but airy and light inside - stunning effect. Really glad I saw it (unlike some of the other buildings in Brasilia!). The angels circling above are great.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013 via mobile

I love it, it's Beautiful during the night. I really had a great time in Brasilia and the church it's unbelievable!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

Proof that "modern" can be impressive too. Stand on the curved walls and whisper to your friends on the next door way - cool acoustics

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

It's a pity that the vendors cluster round the entrance because it detracts from the impact of the architecture. However get past them and enter via the ramp down into the body of this wonderful building where the light on the white marble makes the place glow, what ever the weather outside. The abstract coloured glass has some odd shapes,... More

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Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brazil
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

The area is surrounded by vendors desperately trying to sell you things. The place looks nice but I got bored after just 10 minutes and regretted coming.

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