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Candelaria Cathedral, Rio de Janeiro A brilliant site to behold in the midst of the bustling Avendia Presidente Vargas, the Candelaria Cathedral brings tranquility and peace to the center of the city. It was built in the late Baroque style with slight Neo Classical influences. The elegant façade doors are accented in rich bronze and the interior is cloaked in marble. Construction began in 1778 over the foundation of a chapel that a Portuguese couple, Antonio Martins of Palms and Leonor Goncalves, built in gratitude to Our Lady of the Candeias after they survived a ship wreck in 1600 on their way from Portugal to Brazil. Since 1880 the church has been used for important occasions such as state funerals and visits by foreign dignitaries. Many important choirs and musicians have performed there including a concert conducted by Igor Stravinsky. | |
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Church of San Ignacio de Loyola, Buenos Aires Built between the years 1710 and 1734, this is the oldest colonial church in Buenos Aires. Located just 200 yards from the Casa Rosada, the office of Argentine presidents. Built by the Jesuits, the church was designed in the shape of a Latin cross with a central vaulted nave and lateral naves with upper galleries and deep chapels. The bell tower was once used as a watchtower. It is famous for being a place of resistance during the English invasions of 1806. The church has tunnels beneath which can be visited and stands out with its Baroque façade. Many influential 18th century paintings can also be viewed here, including the sliding canvas of San Ignacio de Loyola which dates back to 1767.The church of San Ignacio it is famous for its choral music series. | |
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La Plata Cathedral, La Plata The cathedral of La Plata, built in Gothic style, is the largest church in Argentina. Inspired by the European cathedrals of Amiens and Cologne, its plans were drawn by architect Ernesto Meyer under the direction of city planner Pedro Benoit. The cornerstone was laid in 1884, and construction started in 1885 and it was consecrated as the Parroquia Nuestra Señora de los Dolores in 1902. The parish church, which continued undergoing works, was designated a cathedral in 1932. Shortly after this in the 1930s, fearing that the foundation had been underestimated, workers halted construction. The spires were left unfinished and the exterior brick work was left undressed. In the mid 1990s, an ambitious plan of restoration and completion was carried out. The 1990s plan included the following:
Located in the geographic center of La Plata and with its towers rising 367 feet, it is among the four tallest churches in the Americas | |
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Metropolitan Cathedral, Buenos Aires The main Catholic church in Buenos Aires, Argentina, it is located in the city center, overlooking Plaza de Mayo, on the corner of San Martín and Rivadavia streets, in the San Nicolás neighbourhood at the city's downtown. It is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires. The Cathedral of Buenos Aires was rebuilt several times since its humble origins in the 16th century. The present building is a mix of architectural styles, with a 18th century nave and dome and a severe, 19th century Neoclassical façade without towers. The interior keeps precious 18th century statues and altarpieces, as well as abundant Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque decoration. In 1880, the remains of General José de San Martín were brought from France and placed in a mausoleum, reachable from the right aisle of the church. The cathedral presents orchestral and choral concerts. | |
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Palácio de Cristal, Petropolis (Petropolis Winter Festival) Known as the Imperial City, Petropolis offers fabulous museums and restaurants in a gorgeous mountain setting. The city's highlights include the Palácio Imperial, São Pedro de Alcântara Cathedral, Santos Dumont's House, Quitandinha and Palácio de Cristal. The nearby Parque Nacional da Serra dos Órgãos, is a significant area of environmental preservation. Making the most of Petrópolis' reputation as a winter destination, the Winter Music Festival takes place between June and July at the Palácio de Cristal, Palácio Rio Negro, Centro Cultural Raul de Leoni, and Praça da Liberdade. The eclectic programming includes ballets, shows of popular and instrumental music, concerts of classical music, theatrical shows, lectures on the magic world of the opera, and presentations by new Brazilian musical artists. | |
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Teatro Argentino, La Plata Designed to be the Capital City of Buenos Aires Province from its very beginnings, La Plata stands as an example of a well-planned metropolis with its geometrically perfect layout, magnificent public buildings, and many green areas. Located in the region of the "Pampa Húmeda", La Plata is only 55 kilometers from the city of Buenos Aires. It is an important administrative, commercial and cultural center. The city houses the National University of La Plata, known as one of the most prestigious educational institutions in Latin America. The Teatro Argentino is a modern concert hall with state-of-the-art technical facilities and a magnificent seven-tier auditorium. | |
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Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires Known worldwide for its acoustics, Teatro Colon has been venerated by the public as well as the world's most famous artists since its inauguration on May 25, 1908 after almost 20 years of construction. It is the second largest performing arts theater in the southern hemisphere and sits on the widest street in the world- the Avenida 9 de Julio. (Only the Sydney Opera House in Australia is larger.) The Colon is one of Buenos Aires' three most famous landmarks along with the Presidential Palace and the Palace of Congress. Teatro Colon has hosted numerous legendary artists such as Toscanini, Arturo Rubinstein, Horowitz, Pavlova, and Callas. It has a resident opera, ballet, symphonic chorus and two symphonic orchestras. The Colon maintains a full schedule of opera performances in addition to hosting festivals and presenting guest artists and touring orchestras from all over the world. | |
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Salón Dorado, Casa de la Cultura de Buenos Aires One of the most important of the House of Culture is the Salon Dorado (Golden Room), located on the first floor of what once was the building of the newspaper La Prensa and is now part of the Buenos Aires Government Palace. When the building was operating still as La Prensa, this room was called Popular Institute Conference Room and was where they had their weekly meetings. It Lectures outstanding personalities among them, the Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges. Currently the Buenos Aires Government presents at the Salón Dorado a well-established season of concerts and theater. | |
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