Foto de stock - The Baroque basilica is 400 meters above sea level. Made of dark granite covered in bright white plaster, the Sacred Way is a Baroque double staircase with several switchbacks. The numerous landings and the grounds of the sanctuary are filled with interesting gardens, grottoes, small chapels, sculptures, and allegorical fountains. There are six chapels by Aleijadinho that are the Via Sacra, representing the Way of the Cross. Seen here is a life_size sculpture group in the Via Sacra Sacred Way, representing the Fifth and Sixth Stations of the Cross on the Way to Calvary. The group includes Simon of Cyrene, who helps Jesus carry the cross, and Saint Veronica and her veil with the impression of Jesus´ face on it.