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Nova Jerusalém

Brejo da Madre de Deus, Italy

Nova Jerusalém

New Jerusalem Theater (Nova Jerusalém) is a city Theater located in Brejo da Madre de Deus, in the district of Fazenda Nova, approximately 180 kilometers (110 mi) from Recife. Established in 1968, this large open-air theater is known for hosting an outdoor Passion of Christ performance every Easter.

New Jerusalem theatre is considered the largest open-air theater in the world. It has artificial lakes, nine stages, a 3500 m wall and 70 towers.

Listen to the audio guide for Nova Jerusalém Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off