Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo, Colonial church in São João del-Rei, Brazil.
The white altars and octagonal towers of Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo stand against intricate Baroque decorations and soapstone carvings on the facade.
Construction of this religious edifice took place between 1732 and 1785 during the gold mining period that brought economic growth to the region.
The church maintains regular religious services and hosts exhibitions that highlight the architectural and artistic elements of Brazilian colonial religious buildings.
The church opens daily for visits outside of religious celebrations, with guided tours available through local tourism offices in São João del-Rei.
The interior features white-painted altars, which differ from the typical gold-leaf decorations found in other colonial churches of Minas Gerais.
Location: São João del-Rei
Accessibility: Inaccessible en fauteuil roulant
GPS coordinates: -21.13326,-44.26065
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:01
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