St. Matthew Cathedral, São Mateus

The cathedral interior displays striking Impressionist frescoes created by artist Claudio Pastro, reflecting contemporary interpretations of religious themes in Brazil.

The cathedral construction began on November 15, 1987, with funding from the sale of the Holy Family building and support from the state government.

The architectural design represents a tent structure symbolizing God's presence among people, incorporating specific references from biblical teachings.

The religious building stands at coordinates 18°42'56.002"S latitude and 39°51'42.998"W longitude, serving the Roman Catholic Diocese of São Mateus.

The interior artworks combine modern religious art with Impressionist style paintings, creating a distinct visual experience within the sacred space.

Location: São Mateus

Inception: 1987

GPS coordinates: -18.71556,-39.86194

Latest update: March 18, 2025 05:22