Maceio Roman Catholic Cathedral
Praca D. Pedro II, Maceio, Brazil
Description:
The Roman Catholic Cathedral of Maceio is one of the ancient temples of the Roman Catholic diocese. Hundreds of pilgrims come to its walls from all over Brazil. This is especially true on Catholic holidays.
The building of the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Maceio was built in the middle of the XIX century - in 1859 in the neoclassical style. Since then, it has been rebuilt many times. Inside, the cathedral is richly decorated. There is a wooden altar in the building, which has been preserved since the first day of opening.
On either side of this main altar are two others. One is dedicated to San Miguel, the other to San Sebastian. There are silver candlesticks on the walls. The temple building has high columns and wooden gates. The Roman Catholic Cathedral of Maceio has two pulpit and a rectangular shape. It has two tall bell towers located on both sides of the facade.