Basilica and Convent of Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Basilica and Convent of Nossa Senhora do Carmo, Roman Catholic basilica in Santo Antônio, Recife, Brazil.
The basilica features a 50-meter tower, nine ornate altars, carved stone volutes on the frontispiece, and Portuguese tile panels throughout the interior.
Construction of the church began in 1665 under Captain Diogo Cavalcanti Vasconcelos and continued for over a century until its completion in 1767.
The basilica serves as the center for the Festa de Nossa Senhora do Carmo celebrations in July, drawing thousands of participants from across the region.
Located at Rua Camboa do Carmo in Santo Antônio neighborhood, the basilica maintains regular visiting hours and offers guided tours of its architectural features.
The church housed the head of Zumbi dos Palmares until its decomposition and contains the burial site of Frei Caneca, a significant historical figure.
Location: Recife
Inception: 1742
Website: http://basilicadocarmorecife.org.br
GPS coordinates: -8.06602,-34.88005
Latest update: May 11, 2025 11:45
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