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Rio de Janeiro is a state with strong spirituality. It’s not for nothing that its main postcard is Christ the Redeemer, who hugs and welcomes, from the top of Corcovado, all the faiths and credos. The religious tourist attractions of the city receive thousands of visitors every year to satisfy their spiritual necessities, the experience of the cultural and historic enrichment of Rio. Spaces listed by IPHAN, the temples become symbols for the practice of faith by pilgrims from several parts of Rio, from Brazil and abroad, saluting those who arrive with a valuable offer of Religious Art.
Metropolitan Cathedral of São Sebastião of Rio de Janeiro
Av. Chile, 245 – Centro – ph: 22402669
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The social, cultural and religious monument was inspired by the pyramid of Chichén Itza – of the work of Mayan civilization located in Mexico. However, it has a circular and conic shape.In the underground there is he Religious Art Museum, highlighting the font used to baptize the princes of the Royal Family, the statue of Our Lady of Rosário, the throne of D.Pedro II and the Golden Rose granted to Princess Isabel by Pope Leão XIII celebrating the signature of the Act of Abolition of Slavery in Brazil.
Main Church of Our Lady of Candelaria
Praça Pio X – (21) 2233-22324
Built at the end of the XVI century or beginning of XVII century, in neoclassical style, the Church stands out visually for its dome, made from lioz stone. Its interior is completely covered with marble, the ceiling of the ship, illustrated by six panels, by the artist Zeferino da Costa, tells the origins of the church. The side chapels are dedicated to the most Holy Sacrament and to Our Lady das Dores.
Monastery of São Bento
Rua Dom Gerardo, 40 – ph: 22068100
mosteirodesaobento.org.br – @mosteirodesaobentorj
Located on the top of São Bento Hill, next to Mauá Square, the architectural complex, includes the Abbey Church of Our Lady of Montserrat, it is considered one of the most important historical land religious heritages of the 17th century. Its exterior aspect is austere and contrasts with the richness of its interior: the gold-leafed baroque carvings plated in 18 carat gold: the main altar and its silver lamps houses in the center the image of the head of the church flanked by Saint Benedict and Saint Scholastic.
Imperial Irmandade de Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Beneditino dos Homens Pretos
Rua Uruguaiana, 77 – Centro
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The Church takes us back to the XVIII century, and it was built between the years of 1700 and 1725. In the middle of the 19th century the facade was renovated, maintaining the Portico and the preserved towers.The restoration project signed by architect Lúcio Costa, used trusses and wooden balustrades in the tribunes of the main chapel, giving it an aura of dignity. The church houses the Black Museum with its own collection and library.
Our Lady of Lapa of Mercadores
Rua do Ouvidor, 35 – Centro
Listed by the National Historical and Artistic Institute ( Iphan), the Church of Our Lady of Mercadores is the oldest and one of the most beautiful religious buildings of the city of Rio de Janeiro. The temple began to be designed in 1747 and there existed only an oratory, dedicated to Our Lady of Lapa, a meeting point of traders and merchants. Closed after a period, the church was returned to the public and recently had its altar restored so that cariocas and visitors alike may contemplate this work.
Church of Our lady of Outeiro of Glória
Praça Nossa Senhora da Glória, 135 – Glória – (21) 2252-869/2557-4600
Considered one of the most expressive heritage of colonial and religious architecture, the Church of Our Lady of Gloria of Outeiro was declared a national monument in 1937 and in the following year, it was listed by the National Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute (IPHAN).The place is of historical importance for cariocas because in the past it was an strategic point taken from the French by Estácio de Sá, who, despite being successful in the battle died poisoned by an arrow.
Church and Convent of Santo Antonio
Largo da Carioca, s/n – Cento – ph: 22620129
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The construction lasted throughout the 18th century and the church dates from 1615. The Convent presents several riches such as the carpentry pieces executed by Manoel Setúbal. The Festival dedicated to the saint is celebrated on the 13th of June with Masses from 6h, blessings and distribution of breads and stalls with typical food of June parties.The space “ Antonian Gastronomy is back to business again during the festivities with dishes of pasta and sauces,in the basement of the convent.
Presbyterian Church of Rio de Janeiro
Silva Jardim Street, 23 – Centro
The Cathedral was one of the first churches of this religion in the country, and it was founded in 1862. It was listed by the artistic heritage of Rio de Janeiro, and the building has neo-gothic lines and a modern artistic lighting; at night its external grayish brown walls become a multicolored surface. The internal decoration has stained glass windows executed by Maria Celina Simon in 1947, in addition to benches and an altar manufactured in noble wood.
Basílica Sanctuary of Our Lady of Penha
Largo da Penha, 19 – (21): 32196262
Daily 7 – 18h
From the top of a 69 meters high hill, we see the iconic Church of Our Lady of Penha, whose origin refers to the year of 1635. Famous for its 382 steps of its main staircase, the Church welcomes pilgrims coming from all over Brazil and from abroad, expressing their gratitude, climbing on foot and on their knees, thanking for the graces achieved. The traditional festivity dedicated to the Patron Saint, of great cultural and religious importance for cariocas and visitors alike, occurs during the month of october.