University of Brasília, Brasilia

Name: University of Brasília
Address: Campus Universitário Darcy Ribeiro, Brasilia, Brazil

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The University of Brasília is a federal public university in Brasília, the capital of Brazil. It was founded in 1960 and has since consistently been named among the top five Brazilian universities and the top twenty universities in South America by Times Higher Education. ()

Local name: Universidade de Brasília Coordinates: 15°45'45"S, 47°52'16"W

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Campus Universitário Darcy RibeiroRA I - Brasília (Asa Norte)Brasilia Brazil

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Nearby attractions include: Palácio do Planalto, Cathedral of Brasília, Cultural Complex of the Republic, Conjunto Nacional.

2.6 miS
Iconic building with presidential office
Palácio do Planalto, Brasilia
67 min walk • The Palácio do Planalto stands as a modern architectural marvel and the executive branch's powerhouse in Brasília, Brazil. This iconic palace serves as the official workplace of the President of Brazil and is a testament to the country's forward-looking vision.
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Cathedral featuring avant-garde design
Cathedral of Brasília, Brasilia
63 min walk • The Cathedral of Brasília stands as a revered architectural marvel and a central place of worship in Brazil's modernist capital. Designed by the legendary architect Oscar Niemeyer, this Roman Catholic cathedral was completed and dedicated on May 31, 1970.
2.4 miS
Museum
Cultural Complex of the Republic, Brasilia
63 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brazil's modernist capital, the Cultural Complex of the Republic stands as a beacon of artistic and intellectual engagement in Brasília. This cultural center, designed by the legendary architect Oscar Niemeyer, is an embodiment of the city's...
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Shopping, Shopping centre
Conjunto Nacional, Brasilia
55 min walk • Conjunto Nacional is a bustling hub of commerce and leisure in the heart of Brasília, Brazil's futuristic capital. This iconic shopping center, designed by architect David Libeskind and inaugurated in 1960, stands as a testament to the city's modernist architecture...
2.7 miS
Niemeyer government building and art space
Itamaraty Palace, Brasilia
69 min walk • The Itamaraty Palace, also known as the Palace of the Arches, stands as an architectural marvel and a symbol of Brazil's capital, Brasília. Designed by the legendary architect Oscar Niemeyer, this modernist masterpiece serves as the headquarters of the Ministry of...
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Oscar Niemeyer, Theater, Concerts and shows
Teatro Nacional Cláudio Santoro, Brasilia
55 min walk • In the heart of Brazil's capital, the Teatro Nacional Cláudio Santoro stands as a pinnacle of cultural significance and architectural brilliance. This magnificent theatre, named after the renowned Brazilian composer Cláudio Santoro, is a cornerstone of Brasília's...
2.6 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
Arena, Brasilia
66 min walk • The Arena in Brasília, Brazil, is a modern sport venue known for its state-of-the-art facilities and its significant role in hosting major sporting events. Officially named Estádio Nacional de Brasília Mané Garrincha, this arena is the second-largest stadium in...
2.8 miS
White stone plaza with executive offices
Praça dos Três Poderes, Brasilia
71 min walk • Praça dos Três Poderes is a plaza in Brasília, the capital of Brazil. The name is derived from the presence of the three governmental powers around the plaza: the Executive, represented by the Palácio do Planalto; the Legislative represented by the Congresso Nacional; and the Judiciary, represented by the Supremo Tribunal Federal.
2.8 miSE
Manmade lake for recreation and diving
Paranoá Lake, Brasilia
72 min walk • Lake Paranoá is an artificial lake located in Brasília, the capital of Brazil. During construction of the city, the Paranoá River was dammed to form the lake, which has a circumference of 80 km.
2.5 miSW
Tower
Brasilia TV Tower, Brasilia
64 min walk • The Brasília TV Tower was completed in 1967 at a height of 218 metres. The tower added another six metres after additions by the TV channel Bandeirantes. First it was 212 then it added for the current height of 224 metres.
2.7 miSW
Oscar Niemeyer, Square
Monumental Axis, Brasilia
71 min walk • The Monumental Axis is a central avenue in Brasília's city design. The avenue begins on the National Congress of Brazil building and is considered part of the DF-002 road.