Torre de TV Digital

Brasília


A striking sight on the city's northeastern outskirts, particularly at night, Niemeyer's last building (opened 2012) is a 170m digital TV tower that replaces the analog one in the center. Known as the flor do cerrado (flower of the savanna) for its distinctive shape, it has wonderful views but was closed indefinitely during our last visit.


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6. Pavilhão Nacional

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