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Santuario Dom Bosco

Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
(61) 3223-6542
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Ranked #2 of 72 attractions in Brasilia
Type: Religious Sites
Traveler Description: Inaugurated on May 4, 1957, the place is one of the firsts Temples in Brasilia and offers a privileged view of the entire city on the Paranoa... more »
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

Great place to stop by if you are in the area. Inside is just beautiful. Another great place to stop by and take a great photo.

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Switzerland
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95 attraction reviews
Reviews in 119 cities Reviews in 119 cities
224 helpful votes 224 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

The modern style is quite unique, not an usual "church" atmosphere, but in the architectural point of view certainly a "must to see" when you are in Brasilia. If possible, try to be there when a church service is ongoing, as the people are very motivated, singing and moving quite much - this is, together with the rather cold style... More

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Brussels
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Its been over 20 yrs since I went there on my big South America trip, but I still vividly remember this church. Like a lot of Brasilia, the architecture is innovative but beautiful and it would be a shame for anyone to miss this and only look at the also truly amazing Cathedral.

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Caraguatatuba, SP
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

Church with wonderful blue stained glass walls.When the sun reflects on the walls, the church is illuminated with a deep blue. Simply amazing!

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Sao Jose dos Campos
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43 reviews 43 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

Wonderful church, no words to define. The environment inside the church is peaceful. Don't miss this visit!

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Bodrum, Turkey
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2013

Austere exterior but with awesome interior with stunning blue murano glass. A haven of peace and serenity.

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N Yorkshire
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15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013

The atmosphere created inside this space was quite magical. The intense blue light from the many windows- far from being a cold colour, had a calm ethereal effect.

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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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38 reviews 38 reviews
24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

From outside, maybe you'll see only a concrete cube. Inside, you'll see wonderful blue stained glass in contrast of a beautiful yellow chandelier.

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Hong Kong, China
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121 helpful votes 121 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

Not as advertised as the Met Cathedral but every bit as impressive. Amazing blue windows and huge chandelir. Went at the end of the day and no one else there.

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Santa Rosa, California
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2013

It's like you leave the world of now and enter the world of eternity, once you enter. Surrounded by nothing but stain glass imbued by different hues of blue, your breathing slows down and you feel the immense love that surrounds us at all times. This truly is a sanctuary.

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