Monastery of St. Benedict
Monastery of St. Benedict, Benedictine monastery in João Pessoa, Brazil
The monastery features grand stone walls, a copper weather vane atop its dome, and a limestone facade displaying the Order of St. Benedict coat of arms.
Established in 1585, the monastery complex developed over centuries with the church construction occurring in the eighteenth century and significant expansions completed by 1811.
The monastery serves as a designated Heritage of Portuguese Influence site, representing the spread of Catholic traditions during Brazil's colonial period.
Visitors can attend sung masses and music concerts inside the restored monastery, which reopened to the public in 1995 after extensive renovations.
The monastery exhibits a contrast to typical Benedictine architecture through its simple design elements and includes an incomplete tower in its structure.
Location: João Pessoa
Inception: 1585
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: -7.11631,-34.88458
Latest update: March 20, 2025 01:43
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