About
The JK Memorial, in Brasília, Brazil, is a monument to President Juscelino Kubitschek, the leader behind the construction of the city. It stands at Ciclovia N1 Oeste in the capital, and it is the place where Brasília honours the man it often calls its founding father.
What you will find
The memorial brings together several elements in one site:
- His tomb, which marks the final resting place of Kubitschek.
- A museum, devoted to his life and to the city he set out to build.
- An eternal flame, a permanent symbol of remembrance at the monument.
What kind of visit it makes
The memorial suits visitors interested in Brazilian history and in the planning of Brasília itself. Walking through the museum and standing by the tomb gives a personal sense of the man behind the capital, which is a useful counterpart to seeing the city's modernist architecture and open spaces. It is a quiet, reflective stop rather than a lively one, and it works well as part of a wider day of sightseeing in the capital.
Because Brasília is laid out on a large scale, plan your route in advance. The memorial's address on the western side of the city makes it easy to combine with other stops in the same part of town. For current opening arrangements and any visitor information, check with the memorial or the local tourism office before you set out.