Igreja São Sebastião

Although it’s by no means Manaus’ largest or oldest church – the cement block exterior belies as much – Igreja São Sebastião has a beautifully restored interior (completed to mark the 100-year anniversary of the arrival of the Capuchin Franciscan order) that is well worth a peek. A short nave gives way to the church’s opulent altar, with surprisingly dramatic paintings of saints and priests presiding over earthly battles. The handy location doesn’t hurt; it’s opposite the Teatro Amazonas facing the plaza.