Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
Catedral de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
A pure white Art Deco cathedral beside Independence Square. Its 61-metre bell tower is the most striking landmark in the city center.
The cathedral was completed in 1944 and built of reinforced concrete. Its simply styled Art Deco facade and bell tower, about 61 metres tall, stand out sharply against the blue sky. The interior is bright and plain, with stained glass windows. It sits on the east side of Independence Square, alongside the City Hall and the Samora Machel statue. Entry is free, but please keep quiet during Mass.
Opening hours
Approx. 7:00–17:00; no visits during Mass
Nearby sights
- Independence Square & City Hall
- Casa de Ferro (Iron House)
- Tunduru Botanical Gardens
- National Museum of Art of Mozambique
- Mercado Central (Mercado Municipal)
- Museu Nacional da Moeda (Casa Amarela)
- Fortress of Maputo
- Maputo Central Railway Station