Brazil Castles & Palaces, Downtown, Religious + Theme Parks Pictures

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Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Experience the diversity of this megacity’s cultural offerings, visit religious buildings or practice Portuguese with locals in nightclubs or shady parks.

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Inspect the intricate tiled floors and works of art in this impressive church that takes up an entire block in the town center.

The city’s first place of worship is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture and interior decoration. Explore the inside or attend a Mass.

Enter the main nave of this gigantic cathedral to admire its Renaissance-style domed roof and descend to the crypt to see the tombs of famous bishops.

Note the simple exterior of this church before stepping inside to admire various artworks and artifacts, including a baptismal font that was a gift from the Portuguese crown.

Find a few moments of peace in this tiny and characterful chapel, one of the world’s only places of worship devoted to Our Lady of the Knots.

This art gallery showcases the life and work of the acclaimed artist Inimá de Paula via original paintings and interactive exhibits. 

Sample fruit jams and bread made by Benedictine monks, see intricate frescos and listen to Gregorian chants at this opulent monastery.

Feel the power of space and light in this monument to the utopian dream of St. Dom Bosco.

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.

The city’s first place of worship is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture and interior decoration. Explore the inside or attend a Mass.

Inspect the intricate tiled floors and works of art in this impressive church that takes up an entire block in the town center.

Visit a church and museum that stand on the site where São Paolo was established by Jesuits in the 16th century.  

The city’s first place of worship is a remarkable example of Gothic architecture and interior decoration. Explore the inside or attend a Mass.

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Enter the main nave of this gigantic cathedral to admire its Renaissance-style domed roof and descend to the crypt to see the tombs of famous bishops.

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.

Enter the main nave of this gigantic cathedral to admire its Renaissance-style domed roof and descend to the crypt to see the tombs of famous bishops.

With its futuristic Mayan pyramid-inspired design, this modern 20,000-capacity cathedral is a striking feature in the Rio de Janeiro cityscape.