Catedral Metropolitana Nossa Senhora Aparecida
The Catedral Metropolitana Nossa Senhora Aparecida is a Roman Catholic church designed by the architect Oscar Niemeyer and inaugurated in May 1970. Its name relates to the biggest place of pilgrimage in Brazil called Aparecida and translates as ‘the appeared’. When you enter the Metropolitan Cathedral through a darkened tunnel, you will be surprised to discover that what you see from the outside is only the building's roof; most of the cathedral is underground. The roof comprises two layers, with plexiglass over the stained glass. Its 16 curved concrete columns soar upward to create a crown surrounding a glass roof.
The four giant statues outside the entrance represent the Four Evangelists; also outside is a 20-meter freestanding bell tower. At the same time, Metropolitan Cathedral is a perfect starting point for sightseeing and a good first impression of how architecture works here in Brasília. The natural lighting effect inside is spectacular. There are plenty of white and many clear lines, and the architecture is still ultramodern despite its age. The acoustics in the Metropolitan Cathedral of Brasilia is also special. If two people stand very close to the round wall, you can even hear whispers even if the other is standing on the other side of the church!
Location: Esplanada dos Ministérios, Brasilia, Brazil
Website: https://catedral.org.br/
Tel: 55 61 3224-4073
Hour: 8:00 AM - 17:00 PM
Google Rating: 4.8/5
