Aleijadinho 1766 masterpiece represents the height of Brazilian Rococo; featuring soapstone carvings and a ceiling painted by Mestre Ataíde depicting a mulatto Madonna; the church sits atop a sun-bleached hill of laterite-red earth; enter the nave at 3 pm; the western light illuminates the hand-carved cedar altars; turning the gold leaf into a liquid fire against the cool; white-washed stone walls.
About Igreja de São Francisco de Assis
Aleijadinho 1766 masterpiece represents the height of Brazilian Rococo; featuring soapstone carvings and a ceiling painted by Mestre Ataíde depicting a mulatto Madonna; the church sits atop a sun-bleached hill of laterite-red earth; enter the nave at 3 pm; the western light illuminates the hand-carved cedar altars; turning the gold leaf into a liquid fire against the cool; white-washed stone walls.
Igreja de São Francisco de Assis, Brazil
Why Visit
Igreja de São Francisco de Assis is one of Brazil's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Igreja de São Francisco de Assis is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Brazil.
