Brasilia

Brasilia has been chosen to host the Open America Event, which will take place between December 3 and 6, 2024, at the Serzedello Corrêa Institute.

The city was founded in 1960 to be the capital of Brazil and has become one of the country’s main cities. Designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer and urban planner Lúcio Costa, it is so far considered the only modern city to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It represents the living expression of the principles and ideals of the Modernist Movement.

Serzedello Corrêa Institute (ISC)

The Serzedello Corrêa Institute (ISC) is the Higher School of Federal Court of Accounts – Brazil (TCU). Its work combines education, information, innovation and culture to build knowledge that can support the external control work and the improvement of public administration for the benefit of society.

Tourist attractions in Brasilia:

National Museum and Metropolitan Cathedral

The National Museum of the Republic (MuN) is part of the Republic Cultural Complex together with the National Library of Brasilia and was inaugurated on December 15, 2006. MuN’s mission is to promote the visual arts to all audiences and to be a space to encourage curiosity, raise awareness and produce knowledge.   

The Metropolitan Cathedral – Nossa Senhora Aparecida or simply the Cathedral of Brasilia – is a Brazilian Catholic temple and the seat of the Archdiocese of Brasilia. Its architecture was designed by Oscar Niemeyer and is considered his masterpiece.

Three Powers Square

The Three Powers Square is the political center of the country, housing the headquarters of the three government branches: the Planalto Palace (Executive Branch), the National Congress (Legislative Branch) and the Federal Supreme Court (Judicial Branch).The square and the surrounding buildings were designed by Oscar Niemeyer and Lúcio Costa.  

The Espaço Lúcio Costa is also part of the Three Powers Square. Lauched in 1992, this is a thematic museum dedicated to the architect, urban planner and professor Lúcio Costa, winner of the National Competition for the Pilot Plan of Brasilia, which defined the city’s design. 

Itamaraty Palace

The Itamaraty Palace is the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and was designed to present Brazil to foreign visitors. For this reason, it was built using only Brazilian materials and its halls exhibit works by Brazilian-born or naturalized artists. The project is considered a masterpiece by architect Oscar Niemeyer and the landscaping was designed by Roberto Burle Marx. 

Bank of Brazil Cultural Center 

The Bank of Brazil Cultural Center aims to bring together all possible forms of art and creativity in one place.The venue has large living spaces, a bistro, art galleries, a cinema, a theater, a central square and gardens, where exhibitions, musical shows, film screenings and performances are held. 

TV Tower

The TV Tower is a visual landmark in Brasilia, offering a broad view of the city’s organization. It is the second tallest structure in Brazil with 230 meters of height. The project was also designed by Lúcio Costa.