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Historic Churches

This collection highlights the colonial religious architecture of Belém, featuring several structures designed by renowned Italian architect Antonio Landi. The list includes the 18th-century Belém Cathedral and the Basilica of Our Lady of Nazareth, the focal point of the annual Círio de Nazaré festival. These sites showcase a mix of Baroque and Neoclassical styles, primarily concentrated within the historic Cidade Velha district. Key features include the unique convex facade of Mercês Church and the distinctive octagonal layout of the Church of Saint John the Baptist.

Belém Cathedral

The Our Lady of Grace Cathedral also called Catedral Nossa Senhora de Belém.

Basilica of Our Lady of Nazareth of Exile

The Basilica of Our Lady of Nazareth of Exile is a minor basilica of the Catholic Church located in the city of Belém, Pará, Brazil.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Mercês

Designed by Italian architect Antonio Landi in the 18th century, this church features a rare convex facade. It is located in Praça Visconde do Rio Branco and was originally part of a Mercedarian convent complex.

Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

The Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a Catholic church located in the historic center of Belém.

Igreja de São João Batista

Completed in 1777 and designed by Antonio Landi, this late Baroque church is distinguished by its unique octagonal floor plan and refined interior ornamentation.