Rio de Janeiro
Igreja e Mosteiro de São Bento
Religious traditions from centuries past
Rua Dom Gerardo, 68
Centro
Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20090-030
Nearest Train: Uruguaiana
Phone: +55 21 2291 7122
Fax: +55 21 2263 5679
Website | EmailThis old church offers everything for the visitor: interesting history, colonial architecture and a richly decorated interior. Located in the city centre, it was built in the early 17th century by Benedictine monks as a place for worship and study. The façade is simple yet pleasant, while the baroque interior abounds with gold and silver, from the wood carvings of the altar to the spiral columns. On Sundays at 10a, a special attraction: the celebration of a Gregorian chant mass.
Open Hours: 14h30-17h diário
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