Candelária Church is a grand 18th-century church in downtown Rio, renowned for its impressive colonial architecture and ornate interior. It stands as a significant historical and religious landmark.

Admire the stunning gold-leafed altars and stained glass in one of Latin America's most beautiful churches.
In their own words: “Inside Candelaria Church, gold-leafed altars and stained glass speak to the city's past glories. It's one of the most beautiful churches in Latin America. Yet, it remains an everyday place of worship.”
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