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Sao Francisco de Paula church, Ouro Preto

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#10 of 17 in Historic Sites in Ouro Preto

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Designed in the Rococo style and completed in 1898 after nearly an entire century of building efforts, Sao Francisco de Paula church is an imposing colonial structure located near the historic center of town. Inside this city landmark you can see the statue of Saint Francisco and a life-size sculpture of the Last Supper. This is just one of many city structures bearing the mark of Aleijadinho, one of Brazil’s most highly-regarded sculptors and architects. The adjoining churchyard reveals panoramic views of the city. Make a quick stop here to take family photographs, or drop by in the evening to see the sun setting over this old colonial city. For travelers who use our custom trip planner, Ouro Preto holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the Sao Francisco de Paula church and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.

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By Marina O On March 5, 2018

A igreja é linda. Mas, a vista de lá rouba a cena. Fica bem pertinho da rodoviária de OP. Cheguei cedo na cidade e fiquei adimirando o dia nascer. more »

The Church is beautiful. But the view from there steal the show. Is really close to the bus station of op. I was early in the city and I was admiring the day begin.

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By larissalschmitz On February 5, 2018

Igreja linda, arquitetura incrível, interessante analisar cada obra entalhada e descobrir suas diferenças e perceber a quantidade de artistas foi necessária a concretizar tal obra, parte legal a comen... more »

Linda Church, incredible architecture, interesting to analyze each piece engraved and find out their differences and realize the amount of artists were required to ensure that the work, cool part to comment is that in other churches of São Francisco de Paula visited What more startling were the pigeons painted the ceiling, already has skulls. It's worth listening to the guide in every detail of the construction of this church. Various energies.

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By Sonia261 On January 27, 2018

Esta igreja fica ao lado da Estação Rodoviária de Ouro Preto. É uma estrutura imponente, no topo da cidade. De lá tem-se uma belíssima vista da cidade e seus arredores. Fica aberta somente até 13h e n... more »

This church is next to the bus station of Ouro Preto. Is an imposing structure, on top of the city. From there you have a beautiful view of the city and its surroundings. Is open only till 1:00 pm and does not charge entry, only collaboration. The sunset and the Sunrise are beautiful from this church. Worth the visit.

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By Jorge Miiller Rezende On October 4, 2016

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By Rodrigo Galenaro On June 23, 2016

Linda

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By Francisco Alves Camello Neto On December 12, 2017

É minha igreja preferida em Ouro Preto, sempre apreciava a vista daqui na adolescência, pena que esteja bastante degradada por fora...

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Is my favorite Church in Ouro Preto, always enjoyed the view from here as a teenager, too bad he's quite degraded.

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By Daniel Barbosa On December 13, 2017

A vista dessa igreja é fantástica. Sua arquitetura também é belíssima!

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The view of this church is amazing. Its architecture is also beautiful!

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By Marco Bianco On October 8, 2017

É difícil dizer qual igreja é mais bonita, mas esta é linda e maravilhosa também (14/Set/2017)

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It's hard to say what's more beautiful church, but this is beautiful and wonderful as well (14/Sep/2017)

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