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Bissau Cathedral

Two square towers frame a cream-coloured church front with a circular rose window.

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Illustration of Bissau Cathedral
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The story behind the place

Bissau Cathedral is one of the landmarks along the capital’s historic central avenues. Its broad gable, round-arched doorway and paired clock towers give the frontage a clear, balanced outline. The European Union-supported heritage guide identifies it as a twentieth-century work associated with architect João Simões. Look for the contrast between the red roofs, pale plaster and dark openings in the bell towers.

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