Bishop’s House, Historical house in Rio Comprido, Brazil
The Bishop's House is a colonial-era mansion in Rio Comprido with distinctive period features. The upper level displays seven windows with balconies, while three central open arches below are adorned with ornamental stone frames.
The property originally belonged to Jesuit lands until it was transferred in 1765 to Bishop António do Desterro, the sixth bishop of Rio de Janeiro. This change in ownership marked a significant shift in the site's history.
The building shows strong Portuguese influences in its U-shaped layout and the open arches of the veranda. The decorative details and room arrangement reflect building traditions that Portuguese settlers brought to Brazil.
Access to the building is via a five-flight staircase leading to the main facade with three central open arches. Visitors should be aware that the structure includes stairs and multiple levels that require attention when exploring.
The building structure shows variations in pilaster base heights and extended stone frames near the cornice. These irregularities suggest the original design was modified multiple times during construction.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Museu Penitenciário do Estado do Rio de Janeiro
1.6 km
Solar dos Abacaxis
1.8 km
Instituto casa Roberto Marinho
1.6 km
Geyer collection
1.7 km
Irmão Gonçalves Xavier
1.4 km
Oratório de Nossa Senhora da Medalha Milagrosa
1.1 km
Conjunto Arquitetônico do Beco e do Largo do Boticário
1.8 km
À Cleyde Prado Maia
1.2 km
Instituto de Educação
1.5 km
Ismael Silva
1.6 km
Chafariz Dança das Águas
1.7 km
Fonte do Largo do Boticário
1.8 km
Chafariz da Praça Professor Silva Mello
1.8 km
Galpão na Rua Aníbal Benévolo
1.8 km
Fidelidade
1.2 km
Marco da Inauguração da Avenida Paulo de Frontin
209 m
Tim Maia
1.2 km
Paula Mayrink
1.2 km
Mastro da Bandeira da Praça da Bandeira
1.7 km
Portal do Matadouro
1.7 km
Piso de Pé de Moleque no Largo do Boticário
1.8 km
Guarda-corpo da Rua Heitor Beltrão
1.3 km
São Marron
1.4 km
Piso no Largo Professor Silva Melo
1.8 km
Portal da Casa de Correção
1.7 km
Chafariz da Praça Paulo de Frontin
175 m
Guarda-corpo da Avenida Paulo de Frontin
133 m
Banco do Largo do Boticário
1.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes