Feliz Lusitânia

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Feliz Lusitânia, Colonial heritage site in Cidade Velha, Belém, Brazil

The Feliz Lusitânia complex includes the Forte do Presépio, Dom Frei Caetano Brandão square, Palace of Eleven Windows, Santo Alexandre Church, and Metropolitan Cathedral of Belém.

Portuguese captain Francisco Caldeira Castelo Branco established Feliz Lusitânia in 1616 as a strategic settlement to defend against Dutch and French territorial claims in northern Brazil.

The Sacred Art Museum within the complex displays regional artifacts, architecture, and exhibits that present the fusion of Portuguese and indigenous influences in the Amazon.

Visitors can access the open areas of Feliz Lusitânia 24 hours daily, while indoor exhibitions operate from Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

The Palace of Eleven Windows, designed by Italian architect Antonio Landi, houses a collection of contemporary art representing northern and northeastern Brazilian artistic movements.

Location: Belém

Location: Conquista do Pará

Inception: 1616

Creator: Francisco Caldeira Castelo Branco

GPS coordinates: -1.45517,-48.50453

Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:46

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