Bissau Cathedral
Catedral de Nossa Senhora da Candelária
A white Catholic cathedral completed in 1950, with twin bell towers at the entrance to the old town, and a landmark of Bissau’s skyline.
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Candelaria was built between 1935 and 1950, replacing an earlier chapel. It has a white facade and a tall, square bell tower, with a simple style and Portuguese neoclassical touches. The cathedral is located at the southern end of Amílcar Cabral Avenue, right next to the old town and the harbor. On Sunday mornings, Mass features lively choral singing in Creole and Portuguese. Entry is free. During Mass, please keep quiet and dress respectfully.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Bissau Velho
- Fortaleza de São José da Amura
- Pidjiguiti Memorial
- Praça dos Heróis Nacionais
- Bandim Market
- National Ethnographic Museum
- Quinhamel
- Bolama