Religious Sites in Rio de Janeiro

Religious Sites in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Religious Sites in Rio de Janeiro

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  • Eileen108
    Mount Shasta, CA5,610 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went into the church and there is gorgeous gold plated artwork inside, definitely worth a visit, it doesn't take long. Unfortunately we only had a few minutes, would have liked to stay a little longer.
    Written July 24, 2024
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  • Jack Miller
    Czech Republic24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A tour of ancient Jerusalem, a well-designed model, rich in detail and having your own very friendly and knowledgeable local guide to history, this place is worth visiting, it exudes incredible peace and learning.
    Written June 16, 2020
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  • Myo M
    Coquitlam, Canada27,445 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    After having seen quite a number of "big & elaborate" cathedrals in the Spanish South America (countries such as Peru, Chile, Argentina & Uruguay) but in Brazil only those which are either big but not elaborate (such as the "main cathedrals" of Porto Alegre & Sao Paulo) or elaborate but "not so big" (not cathedrals but more like smaller churches & monasteries such as the Sao Bentos & Sao Franciscos which are of modest size but quite beautiful inside), it was kind of a "refreshing moment" I would say to be at this church with "both attributes": of a size for it to be termed "a catedral instead of an igreja"; and with elaborateness such as shrines along the length (leading to the altar), colorful art scenes above both along the ceiling & inside the dome, two raised structures like pulpits or such (one on each side of the altar) each supported from underneath by a "winged angel" & also a stairway with its one side just "fully carved" with beautiful scenes.

    Coming by metro, Uruguaiana Station (both Lines 1 & 2) is where to get off from which it's just a 5-to-10-minute walk heading east to this church (with its dome clearly visible on one end of the big street right beside the station), and yes actually also should not be missed after this church, by continuing your way north (to the left after coming out from the side of the "big facade") with the way winding through the narrow streets of the old 'centro' part of the city for about 15 minutes, is Sao Bento Monastery with a gold-glittered interior which I would just describe as "quite literally so" (yes a "very worthwhile" site to visit despite its modest size).
    Written November 21, 2019
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  • Lucian B
    Champlin, MN145 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great architecture with gold leafs ceiling and walls, great sculptures and painting plus quarters for living monks
    Written November 12, 2018
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  • Sarah MP
    23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Breathtakingly beautiful. Hidden behind a plain conventional facade, walk inside to discover one of the most amazing places. The gold, the craftsmanship, the sheer beauty takes your breath away.
    Written February 12, 2023
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  • מוטי ל
    Karmiel, Israel630 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    for jewish people this synagogue is very emotional. for other people with historical awareness the synagogue might be interesting and educational.
    Written March 5, 2024
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  • robyn r
    Melbourne, Australia310 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This church is tall and majestic. Inside there are spectacular stain glass windows that go floor to ceiling. There was music playing when we entered that gave an incredible atmosphere. Be sure not to miss, outside the cathedral, two amazing statues: one of Mother Teresa and one of the sleeping Jesus the homeless. Powerful and moving.
    Written November 16, 2023
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  • ktapara13
    Rio de Janeiro, RJ327 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Church of Our Lady of Penna is one of the oldest in Rio. Who comes here , plus you get a grace, is dazzled with the panorama of Jacarepagua unfolding 170 meters high, surrounded by massive da Tijuca, Gavea and the mountainous Guaratiba ; see the ocean in the distance and the most varied landscape of a neighborhood that lives and flourishes under the protection of the Virgin. I liked a lot..opened this year's slope , type of trolley for easy access by foot
    Written September 12, 2015
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  • Romy G
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Adorable and comfortable little mosq, welcoming poeple, good iftar, thank you ! I came in ramadan and it was a great memory!
    I could speak english and french to some follow Muslims there !
    Written April 1, 2024
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  • krjlfc86
    London, UK237 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    this was initially a very hard worship place to find as the taxi drivers are NOT familiar with this location.. just remember that it is opposite the Itanhanga golf club...once u arrive it is well worth the effort ...set in peaceful surroundings u will be amazed that such temples do exist in rio de janerio,brazil ...various events are held during the day its best to always check or call before arrival....food is available at a small cost...generally a lovely place to come and find lord Krishna in Rio....JAI SHRI KRISHNA..
    Written December 21, 2015
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