at a glance

the cathedral is circular, aiming to signify the equidistance and proximity of people in relation to god - and  is one of the great religious symbols of the carioca people, with the capacity to host up to 20 thousand people standing.

considered one of the most beautiful churches in rio de janeiro, the igreja de nossa senhora da candelária is a sublime building in the heart of the city's central district.

still functioning in its religious capacities, the church also stages concerts, and has a sacred museum and library, making it a cultural center as well - not only is the church an important cultural and religious site, but it has an intriguing history, as it is believed to have been built in the 17th century as the fulfillment of a promise made by antónio martins da palma and his wife leonor gonçalves, during a voyage to the city.