Metropolitan (St. Sebastian) Cathedral - Exterior

The massive scale in which this monument appears, is completely attributed to it's form. Except for the fact that the base of the Cathedral is square, it pretty much resembles Mayan pyramid architecture. The degree in which you are engaged with the structure on an intimate and spiritual level is of course, overpowering. It is said it's form symbolizes man and his relationship to God. The conical shape extends light through it's roof surrounding all mankind. It's size and architecture create a central unifying environment. It's centrality helps to appease to all denominations of Christianity in Brazil as well as in the world.