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WorldInFocus|Brasilia, a city of modernist architectural marvels

BRASILIA, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- Brasilia is famous for its modernist architecture and uniquely artistic urban planning. The city officially became Brazil's capital in April 1960. The capital city was inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 1987.

This aerial drone photo shows a view of the Monumental Axis and its surrounding areas in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows the Brasilia TV Tower in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows a bus terminal in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows the National Congress of Brazil and Square of the Three Powers in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows highways in Brasilia, Brazil.

A panoramic drone photo shows a view of the cityscape in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows the National Theatre in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows a view of the Monumental Axis in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows the Planalto Palace in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows the National Museum of the Republic in Brasilia, Brazil.

This aerial drone photo shows the National Congress of Brazil in Brasilia, Brazil.

Photojournalist: Wang Tiancong