the center. These typologies have been the subject of numerous academic studies for their architectural and urbanistic value because they are mostly creations of great originality and beauty; these types can be found in the Historic Center of Antônio Prado, a great national monument. The buildings that can still be found in Antônio Prado are approximately what was seen in Caxias do Sul in its early days. However, in the beginning of the 20th century, differently from Antônio Prado, many elegant townhouses and palaces were built in Caxias, such as Palacete Eberle, and the typical mixed residential and commercial buildings built in an Eclectic and Art Nouveau aesthetic, such as Sassi House and Scotti House. In the Art Deco period, imposing business buildings were built, such as the old Metallurgical Abramo Eberle, the old Auto Palácio, and the second Banrisul headquarters, which still survive with some late modifications. In the sacred typology, the city's most important monument - and the only one of its kind within the limits of the Historic Center - is the cathedral, a great example of Colonial Neo-Gothic inspired by Italian Gothic, austere on the outside and decorated internally with sophistication and wealth. The attached bell tower is a modern imitation of the style. Associated with the cathedral is the Canonical House, seat of the Bishopric, an Eclectic palace, which recently lost its original windows in an arbitrary renovation, even though it is protected property. Although several important examples remain, many others have been destroyed. Among other architectural landmarks and notable places in the area are the Dante Alighieri Square, the Saldanha Bazaar and Bookstore, the Clube Juvenil headquarters, the Recreio da Juventude headquarters, the former French and Italian Bank for South America, the Municipal Museum of Caxias do Sul, and the former Central Cinema. See also History of Caxias do Sul References External links Historic districts Neighbourhoods in Rio Grande do Sul Tourist attractions in Brazil Tourist attractions in Rio Grande do Sul