Esplanada dos Ministérios
A broad, grassy avenue on the eastern section of the Monumental Axis, lined on both sides with more than a dozen identical ministry buildings and leading straight to the National Congress.
A wide lawn runs down the middle, and more than a dozen identically shaped ministry office buildings stand symmetrically on the north and south sides. At the far end rise the twin towers of the National Congress, creating Brasília's most iconic urban view. Independence Day parades, New Year's Eve celebrations and large rallies are held here. You can walk from the Cathedral all the way to the Praça dos Três Poderes, about 2 km. Keep hydrated in the midday sun.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Cathedral of Brasília
- Itamaraty Palace
- National Congress of Brazil
- Cultural Complex of the Republic (National Museum & Library)
- Palácio do Planalto
- Praça dos Três Poderes
- Supreme Federal Court
- Pantheon of the Fatherland and Freedom Tancredo Neves