Igreja Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte, Baroque church in historic center, São Paulo, Brazil.
Description
Igreja Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte is a baroque church in downtown São Paulo built with rammed earth walls and a distinctive wooden roof structure inside. The interior space is defined by this extended timber framework that runs along the ceiling.
History
The building was constructed between 1802 and 1810 with support from Jesuit members of the Brotherhood. Its location in downtown São Paulo made it a witness to important moments in Brazil's early development as a nation.
Culture
The Brotherhood of Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte welcomed members from all backgrounds and social ranks, breaking barriers of the colonial period. This openness continues to shape how the church serves as a gathering place for the local community today.
Practical
The church is located on Rua do Carmo Street in the historic downtown area and welcomes visitors throughout the day. Plan for a quiet visit to explore the interior at your own pace and observe the architectural details.
Did you know?
The bells of this church reportedly rang first on the day Brazil declared independence from Portugal in 1822. This unusual chapter in the building's story ties it directly to a pivotal moment in the nation's founding.
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