Visit CATHEDRAL BELLS; IN THE HEART OF ONE OF THE 7 WONDERS OF BRAZIL

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About this activity

The Cathedral of Nossa Senhora de Lourdes or the Catedral de Pedra; is a Catholic church located in the city of Canela, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, in southern Brazil.

It is considered a major tourist attraction of the so-called Serra Gaúcha. Its characteristic style is English Gothic. The church has a 65 meter high tower and a 12-bell carillon made of cast bronze,

Made by Giacomo Crespi from Italy. Inside, there are three panels made up of canvases painted by the artist Marciano Schmitz, representing "Apparition of the Virgin", "Allegory of Angels" and "The Annunciation". The Via Sacra paintings were made by Pablo Herrera, a Uruguayan sculptor and restorer of Sacred Art. Wood and clay were used, with the bottom full of paintings with images superimposed on the clay.

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At a glance

Duration: 20 min – 50 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese
Written guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Sinos da Catedral

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–18 years) · Adults (19–59 years) · Seniors (60–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance Ticket to Parish Our Lady of Lourdes
Included: Tour Guide

Itinerary

Paroquia Nossa Senhora de Lourdes

Admission included

The visitation consists of a climb through the interior of the tower of the Cathedral of Pedras de Canela.

It has a museum of sacred art, telling the story of the Cathedral and Canon João Marchesi (creator).

It presents the history of the Carillon of the 12 bells in bronze, whose set weighs 4 Tons.

Upon reaching the top of the visitation, you can enjoy the MAGNIFICENT panoramic view of the city of Canela, contemplating it from the side balconies.