Ruined Gothic church destroyed by an earthquake in 1755, with an evocative roofless nave & museum.
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Paço Imperial
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- Phone
- +55 21 2215 - 2093
- Website
- Visit site
- Address
- 48 Praça Quinze de Novembro
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org
About this museum
Royal residence dating to 1754 that's now a cultural center with contemporary - art exhibits & events.
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- Free admission every day
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48 Praça Quinze de Novembro
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