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Things to do in Federal District, Brazil: The Best Architectural Buildings
Discover the best top things to do in Federal District, Brazil including Catedral Metropolitana, Palacio do Planalto, Itamaraty Palace, Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge, Supremo Tribunal Federal, Templo da Boa Vontade, Clube do Choro, Ermida Dom Bosco, Building of the Seat of the Prosecutor General of Brazil, Pira da Liberdade.
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1. Catedral Metropolitana
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4.5 based on 12,374 reviews
Another structure by award-winning architect Oscar Niemeyer, this landmark cathedral features stunning interior glasswork.
Reviewed By Leafwarbler - Usk, United Kingdom
Fabulous stained glass dome encompasses a cool and peaceful area with angel sculptures suspended from the roof. Don’t miss the baptistery, thru a corridor on the left which displays photos and information about the construction.
2. Palacio do Planalto
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4.5 based on 2,072 reviews
The tours happen on Sundays, from 9 a.m to 1:30 p.m. Groups of 20 people are arranged to visit the Palacio do Planalto, every 30 minutes and guided by a Public Relations professional. The visit program includes a tour to the Noble, East and West Rooms, the Supreme Meeting Room, the Guest Room, the Presidential Office and a showcase of the art pieces. The Palacio do Planalto is the official workplace of the President of Brazil. It is located in the national capital of Brasilia. The building was designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer and inaugurated on April 21, 1960. It has been the workplace of every Brazilian president since Juscelino Kubitschek. It is located at the Praca dos Tres Poderes (Three Powers Plaza), to the east of the National Congress and across from the Supreme Federal Court.
3. Itamaraty Palace
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4.5 based on 2,422 reviews
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer and inaugurated in 1970, Itamaraty Palace is the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the design conception, Ambassador Wladimir Murtinho was in charge of informing the architect about the needs that had to be addressed. The partnership was so successful that, up to this day, no structural changes have been made to the building for they have not been necessary. The structural calculation, which allowed for the construction of an impressive main hall, free of columns, was carried out by engineer Joaquim Cardoso. Itamaraty Palace was conceived with the purpose of introducing Brazil to foreign visitors; therefore, it was built only with national materials and their halls harbor works by Brazilian or naturalized Brazilian artists exclusively, such as Athos Bulcão, Alfredo Volpi, Bruno Giorgi, Frans Krajcberg, Franz Weissmann, Maria Martins, Mary Vieira, Iberê Camargo, Ione Saldanha, Rubem Valentim, Sérgio de Camargo, and Tomie Ohtake.
Reviewed By Elias_Haddad - Sao Paulo, Brazil
Itamaraty is the best palace to visit in Brasilia. It is full of sculptures, paintings, carpets, historic furniture and beautiful gardens. From the second floor there is a nice view to other famous buildings.
4. Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge
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4.5 based on 4,836 reviews
Reviewed By VivaMexicoLiz - Mexico City, Mexico
I saw this bridge as part of a city tour arranged by my hotel with Rainha da Paz Turismo. Our English-speaking guide, Iraquemes, had a rich knowledge of all the places we stopped, a friendly manner, and a willingness to answer all kinds of questions. This bridge was designed to mimick skipping stones over Lake Paranoa. We didn't stay long, but enjoyed seeing the span and see locals out enjoying the lake- fishing, sailing, and just being outdoors.
5. Supremo Tribunal Federal
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4.5 based on 967 reviews
• Segundas-feiras, terças-feiras e sextas-feiras (mediante agendamento prévio): das 10h às 12h | das 14h às 18h; • Quartas-feiras e quintas-feiras (apenas grupos agendados para sessões plenárias): das 13h30 às 18h • Fins de semana e feriados nacionais (saídas a cada 30 minutos): das 10h às 15h30
Reviewed By ASU_DrK - Phoenix, United States
I took the time in advance to arrange an English tour of the Supremo Tribunal Federal, and I am very glad that I did. My guide was absolutely wonderful! He told us all about the building itself, as well as the functioning of the court. This modernist beauty serves as one of the three anchors in Three Powers Plaza, and cannot only be admired from the outside. Though perhaps not as stunning as the Palacio Itamaraty, or even the Palacio do Planalto, it is still well worth the (free) visit! Completely recommend.
6. Templo da Boa Vontade
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4.5 based on 3,067 reviews
The Temple of Good Will (TGW) is an ecumenical monument located in Brazil's capital. It was conceived and built by Jose de Paiva Netto, President of the Legion of Good Will (LBV), who inaugurated it in October 1989. Every year it receives more than one million pilgrims, making it the most visited place in the city, according to official data from the State Secretariat of Tourism of the Federal District (SETUR). Acclaimed by the people as one of the Seven Wonders of Brasilia, the TGW is on the official list of monuments for tourists to visit during the 2014 FIFA World Cup. It is part of the Legion of Good Will's Ecumenical Complex, together with the World Parliament of Ecumenical Fraternity, the LBV's ParlaMundi.
7. Clube do Choro
8. Ermida Dom Bosco
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4.5 based on 852 reviews
9. Building of the Seat of the Prosecutor General of Brazil
10. Pira da Liberdade
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