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Congonhas
is notable for its Basilica -
the Santuário de Bom Jesus
de Matosinhos.
It was created by Aleijadinho,
one of the best artists in the baroque style
in the world. The soapstone
sculptures of old testament prophets around the terrace are considered
amongest his finest work.
Completing the cenary there are sixty four statues made of cedar wood
for the Via Crucis.
In 1985 UNESCO
granted the Shrine the title of a World
Heritage Site.
Visiting
Good
Jesus of Matosinhos Shrine,
Stations
of the Cross, Soap Stone Prophets, Basílica, Penitence Room and pilgrims
lodge. |
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