Церкви в Белене

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.