Cathedral of Salvador, Primatial cathedral in Pelourinho district, Salvador, Brazil
The Cathedral Basilica of Salvador features a rectangular structure with lateral chapels, built using Portuguese Lioz stone and following Mannerist architectural principles.
Construction of the present cathedral began in 1657 after Dutch forces destroyed previous structures, with completion achieved in 1672 under Jesuit supervision.
The cathedral contains numerous altarpieces from different periods, displaying the evolution of Brazilian religious art from the late 16th through mid-18th centuries.
Visitors can explore the cathedral's sacristy with its copper panel paintings, attend mass services, or participate in guided tours of the religious complex.
The cathedral's interior includes an elaborate 1694 sacristy cabinet decorated with scenes from Jesus's life, crafted during Brazil's colonial period.
Location: Salvador
GPS coordinates: -12.97266,-38.51055
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:44
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