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Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Maputo

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Observe a monument to the Portuguese religious and colonial influence, culture, and architecture at Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. Constructed in 1944 by Marcial Simões de Freitas e Costa, the church was built in the Art Deco style with concrete and cement, inspired by European cathedrals. See the hallmark of the city at this Roman Catholic church, with its paintings representing the Portuguese settlers, and appreciate the interior with stained glass and a detailed altar. In the vicinity of the temple you can find many restaurants serving Portuguese cuisine. Use our Maputo trip itinerary planning app to visit Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception on your trip to Maputo, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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  • We liked this austere church, and especially the stairs. It's very central in The Baixa quarter and close to other things you might want to look at. 
    We liked this austere church, and especially the stairs. It's very central in The Baixa quarter and close to other things you might want to look at.  more »
  • This Catholic cathedral stands out for its simple, linear shapes and white color in an area where there are colonial buildings. The interior is also simple but pleasant and interesting to visit even.....  more
    This Catholic cathedral stands out for its simple, linear shapes and white color in an area where there are colonial buildings. The interior is also simple but pleasant and interesting to visit even.....  more »

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