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Old Town will be surely the most interesting part of the city in terms of excursions and sightseeing. This part of the city is full of numerous notable historic buildings. In 1775 the majority of the buildings erected here were completely destroyed by the earthquake, but some buildings have survived to the present day.

Cathedral of St. Anne is definitely the most striking architectural landmark of the city. The cathedral was built in the beginning of the 18th century. The main religious attribute of the church’s chapel is a huge wooden altar, which is decorated with intricate carvings and paintings. According to one version, two prominent masters of that time - João Batista and Francis Xavier – have worked over the creation of the altar. You will also see a beautiful sculpture near the altar. The sculpture depicts the crucifixion of Christ and it has been brought here immediately after the construction of the church. The look of the cathedral is a no less delightful than the interior of its halls. It's amazing how such a delicate and elegant building could have survived till our days in such a good state.
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