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Catedral Metropolitana

Near the Ministry Buildings, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
+5521 87157295
Ranked #3 of 46 attractions in Brasilia
4.5 of 5 stars 86 Reviews
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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São Paulo
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

This is a must see in Brasília. The light is amazing, as well asthe dimensions. More

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Manchester
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Worth a quick visit - reminded me of Liverpool RC Cathedral (the Merey Funnel) - the best point is the light inside as a resultof the stained glass. More

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London, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

The entrance is a scruffy, windswept sort of place, full of people trying to sell cheap tat. I was underwhelmed. If you're really into Oscar Niemeyer, no doubt you'll want to make the trip - but for the rest of us... More

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Florianopolis, SC
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Very original site, but we could not go in as a wedding was held there. More

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Colorado, USA
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

This is a beautiful piece of architecture, simple and elegant, fitting in with the pervasive Niedermayer theme in the city. Definitely worth a quick visit. It's being renovated for the World Cup tour in 2014. More

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Los Angeles, California
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

this is your 1st stop. The stained glass, the forms of the building, the aluminum angels suspended from the ceiling. it is a gorgeous building. do not miss it! More

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Perth, United Kingdom
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Is it architecture or a theatrical amphitheatre? The stained glass is stunning; the angels descending from the roof could be from a West End musical. The simple altar, pews and confessionals are a 1960s time capsule. It is not an awe inspiring devotional space - not least because it is filled with tourists and children playing hide and seek. But... More

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Maringa, PR
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

very dirty inside, papers flying around, no one to look after and maintain this attraction, very sad. More

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Sao Paulo, SP
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Beautiful work of Niemeyer, the famous brasilian architect. More

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Brazil
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

Avoid cult times at sunday's. Whatever, it's allowed take some pictures in a especific space. More

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