the building that dominates the island, also popularly
referred to as
the 'castle', was built in the neo-gothic style known as gothic
revival.
it was commissioned in the 19th century by brazilian
emperor dom pedro ii (peter ii).
its palatial architecture is eye catching, it nearly covers the
entire island and is brightly lit at night, making of this
building one of the most visible reference points in the bay at
all hours.