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Catedral de Sao Sebastiao do Rio de Janeiro

Av. Republica do Chile 245, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20031, Brazil
021-2240-2669
Ranked #30 of 201 attractions in Rio de Janeiro
4.0 of 5 stars 105 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
Fee: No
Owner description: With architecture inspired by the Mayan pyramids of Mexico, the conical shape is believed to give proximity to God. Four stained glass windows run...... more » Owner description: With architecture inspired by the Mayan pyramids of Mexico, the conical shape is believed to give proximity to God. Four stained glass windows run from floor to ceiling forming a cross at the top. Acoustics are "heavenly" here! « less
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montreal
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88 reviews 88 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

As an attraction , I think that this is a beautiful site ! The architecture is unique original like a round Incan temple and the cooling system by itself is a marvel . It is a nice place to cool down when visiting Rio . The decoration is nice , pure and simple . The problem is that the place... More

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Cupertino, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

As we pulled up to this building, I was surprised that it is a church. It looks more like a round pyramid with a chopped off top. But as we walked into this place, the feeling of peace is amazing. Apart from the 4 stained glass panels, the remaining sloped ceiling is all composed of portals that blocks sound reflection.... More

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102 reviews 102 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Go here & be surrounded by a sense of peace. It is beautiful inside - the stained glass is truly inspiring. More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
74 helpful votes 74 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

After a busy day of walking around Centro, stepping inside this dramatic, modern cathedral and sitting in awe of the architecture and stained glass was a very lovely experience. More

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

The good thing: the vitros inside. The bad thing: the way to get there. Awful neighboorhood. http://www.catedral.com.br/ More

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Manaus, AM
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

this catedral locaded in downtown is very cute and so different to another catedrals of the world, because the structure is light a tall building and inside is just flat, you can see almos empty. More

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Cincinnati
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

A very impressive church unlike any other in the world. More

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Aberdeen, Scotland
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012

Fantastic cathedral design with beautiful stained glass windows reaching to the skies. Amazing design of the main structure to allow light and a breeze in. More

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texas
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012

Beautiful windows but looks like a modern pyramid, In the business district More

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Rio de Janeiro
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2012

I hate this kind of buildings typical in Brazilian architecture influenced by the Ninja Turtle, Oscar Niemeyer. It ugly, not at all embracing, nor comfortable or functional. Reminds a dischargeable plastic cup upside down. Don’t waste your time visiting it. Go to Saint Benedict Monastery of the Convent of Saint Anthony, both downtown and nearby this ugly building. Or go... More

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