Fodor's Expert Review Catedral Metropolitana

Fortaleza

Inspired by the famous cathedral in Cologne, the Catedral Metropolitana was built between 1937 and 1963 and has a dominant Gothic look. Its two spires are 75 meters (250 feet) high, and it can accommodate 5,000 worshipers, who no doubt draw inspiration from its beautiful stained-glass windows. Don't be put off by the grimy exterior—the interiors gleam brilliant white.

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Rua Sobral 1
Fortaleza, Ceará  60030-030, Brazil

085-3388–8702

www.arquidiocesedefortaleza.org.br

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Rate Includes: Free, Weekdays 8–5, weekends 8–11

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