São Paulo Cathedral, Gothic Revival cathedral in Sé District, Brazil
The Metropolitan Cathedral of São Paulo rises 92 meters with granite walls, stretching 111 meters in length and 46 meters in width at its center.
Construction of this religious monument began in 1913 under architect Maximilian Emil Hehl, reaching completion in 1954 for São Paulo's 400th anniversary celebration.
The cathedral interior displays extensive religious art through stained glass windows, marble sculptures in the crypt depicting Job and Jerome's stories.
Located in downtown São Paulo, the cathedral welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturdays until 5:00 PM, and Sundays until 6:00 PM.
The cathedral houses Latin America's largest carillon system, containing 61 Dutch-made bells in its eastern tower, accompanied by a 12,000-pipe organ.
Location: Sé
Location: São Paulo
Inception: 1913
Architects: Maximilian Emil Hehl
Official opening: 1954
Architectural style: Gothic Revival, Renaissance Revival architecture
Height: 92 m
Length: 111 m
Width: 46 m
Made from material: granite
Address: Praça da Sé - Sé - Centro 01001-000
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-19:00; Saturday 08:00-17:00; Sunday 08:00-18:00
Phone: +(11)31076832
Website: http://catedraldase.org.br/site
GPS coordinates: -23.55125,-46.63437
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
Sao Paulo combines modern architecture with cultural diversity. The city presents skyscrapers, historical buildings, museums and parks. From Paulista Avenue to Ibirapuera Park, this metropolis stands as a center of Brazilian art and history.
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