Sight
Praça dos Três Poderes
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Praça dos Três Poderes is the political heart of Brasília, designed by Lúcio Costa and Oscar Niemeyer. Here, the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches face each other in a vast open plaza. Visitors can admire the Congress National building with its twin towers, the Planalto Palace (presidential workplace), and the Federal Supreme Court. The square also holds the Panteão da Pátria and the historic candangos sculpture. It's a must-see for understanding Brazil's capital and modernist architecture.
Don't miss
- See the Congress National building with its iconic twin towers and dome-shaped chambers.
- Observe the Planalto Palace, where the President works, and watch the changing of the guard.
- Visit the Panteão da Pátria, a memorial to national heroes, with its striking dove-shaped structure.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Praça dos Três Poderes
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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