Dragão do Mar, Fortaleza

Name: Dragão do Mar
Address: Rua Ildefonso Albano, Fortaleza, Brazil

#31 among attractions in Fortaleza

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The Dragão do Mar Center of Art And Culture is a government funded cultural center in Fortaleza, Ceará in Brazil. The center contains facilities for exhibitions, a theatre, a library, a cinema and a planetarium. The center was inaugurated in April 1999, and has an overall area of 33 000 m². The name "Dragão do Mar" is in honour of Francisco José do Nascimento, a hero of the abolitionist movement in Ceará, who in 1881 refused to transport slaves to be sold further south in the country. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 3°43'20"S, 38°31'13"W

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Rua Ildefonso AlbanoRegional II (Centro)Fortaleza Brazil

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Dragão do Mar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Joseph's Cathedral, Theatro José de Alencar, Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Praça do Ferreira.

~1810 ftSW
Spiritual, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza
9 min walk • St. Joseph's Cathedral, a remarkable landmark in the heart of Fortaleza, Brazil, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. This majestic church serves not only as a place of worship but also as a cultural icon that attracts...
0.9 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Theatro José de Alencar, Fortaleza
23 min walk • Theatro José de Alencar stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Fortaleza, Brazil. This architectural gem, inaugurated on June 17, 1910, is named after the famous Brazilian writer José Martiniano de Alencar, who hailed from the state of Ceará.
~1790 ftW
Forts and castles, Military museum, Museum
Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza
9 min walk • Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção stands as a historical bastion in the heart of Fortaleza, Brazil. This robust fortress, which has become a symbol of the city, was constructed in 1649 by the Dutch, who named it Fort Schoonenborch.
0.6 miSW
Park, Historic walking areas
Praça do Ferreira, Fortaleza
16 min walk • Praça do Ferreira is a square located in the center of the city of Fortaleza, capital of the state of Ceará. It has an area of 7,603 square meters.
~1890 ftNE
Bridge, Piers and boardwalks
Ponte dos Ingleses, Fortaleza
10 min walk • The Ponte dos Ingleses, renamed by Cearans as Ponte Metálica, is located on Praia de Iracema, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. It was a project to improve the port structure of Fortaleza.
0.5 miSW
3°43'35"S • 38°31'36"W
Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza
14 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
0.6 miW
3°43'19"S • 38°31'43"W
Museu de Arte e Cultura Popular, Fortaleza
15 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.1 miS
Sport venue, Sport
Ginásio Paulo Sarasate, Fortaleza
29 min walk • Ginásio Paulo Sarasate is an indoor sporting arena located in Fortaleza, Brazil. The capacity of the arena is 10,000 spectators and opened in 1971. It hosts indoor sporting events such as basketball and volleyball, and also hosts concerts.
0.8 miSW
3°43'51"S • 38°31'40"W
Memorial da Cultura Cearense, Fortaleza
21 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dragão do Mar?

Nearby attractions include Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza (9 min walk), St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza (9 min walk), Ponte dos Ingleses, Fortaleza (10 min walk), Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza (14 min walk).

How to get to Dragão do Mar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dragão do Mar:

Bus

Terminal Coração de Jesus (22 min walk)
Terminal São Benedito (30 min walk)

Metro

José de Alencar • Lines: Sul (24 min walk)
Central - Chico da Silva • Lines: Sul (27 min walk)

Light rail

Tirol - Moura Brasil • Lines: Oeste (30 min walk)