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Morretes, a colonial town dating back to the Brazilian Gold Rush, is nestled on the banks of the Nhundiaquara River and surrounded by the dramatic peaks of Pico do Marumbi […]
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Part of the revitalized Porto Maravilha waterfront, the Rio Art Museum (Museu de Arte do Rio, or MAR) is a recent addition to Rio’s art scene. The museum’s eclectic architecture […]
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Salvador’s oldest and largest market, the Mercado Modelo, is housed in the reconstructed 19th-century Customs House, which overlooks the harbor. Its lemon-yellow facade opens to a bustling interior with around […]
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Winding through the hills of Minas Gerais, the Gold Path (Caminho do Ouro) once served as a vital train route for transporting mining supplies, facilitating the African slave trade, and […]
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Opened in 2016, the AquaRio Aquarium stands as South America’s largest aquarium, spanning five floors and housing 28 tanks. Located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this expansive facility is home […]
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Set in a mansion in the upscale neighborhood of Vitória, the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum (Museu Carlos Costa Pinto) offers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of Salvador da Bahia’s […]
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Located in the heart of Brasilia, the Arena BRB Mané Garrincha stands as Brazil’s second-largest arena, just behind Rio de Janeiro’s Maracanã stadium. This modern venue has hosted significant sporting […]
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January Ecological Park, a 22,000-acre (9,000-hectare) sanctuary in Brazil, showcases the region’s rich biodiversity. The park features giant water lilies and flooded forests, set against a backdrop of fertile lowlands. […]
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Built in 2013 to host the 2014 World Cup, the Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador da Bahia is a modern and expansive stadium that can accommodate up to 55,000 […]
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Frades Island, or Ilha dos Frades, is a star-shaped gem nestled in the waters off Salvador da Bahia. This picturesque island is known for its warm, gentle tides and pristine […]
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São Paulo’s first skyscraper and the first of its kind in South America, the Martinelli Building (Edifício Martinelli) rises 345 feet (105 meters) above the city. Originally designed with 12 […]
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Set near the convergence of Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay, the Itaipu Dam (Barragem de Itaipu) stretches for 4.5 miles (7.2 kilometers) and rises to a height of 65 stories. This […]
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The Natal Metropolitan Cathedral, or Catedral Metropolitana de Natal, stands as a striking architectural landmark in the heart of Natal’s historic center. Its modern trapezoidal shape and innovative use of […]
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Praia do Forte, located within day-trip distance of Salvador, Brazil, is a picturesque beach known for its silken sands and palm-lined shores. The coast, set around a high reef, features […]
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Inaugurated in May 1926, the Tiradentes Palace (Palácio Tiradentes) stands as one of Rio de Janeiro’s most significant buildings. Its grand columns and allegorical rooftop statues make it instantly recognizable. […]
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The Santos Coffee Museum, located in Brazil’s port city of Santos, occupies the former site of the Coffee Stock Exchange, a historic building where Brazilian coffee was once weighed and […]
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The Amazon Theatre, located in Manaus, Brazil, stands as a testament to the city’s prosperity during the rubber boom, when it served as the region’s most important port. This Belle […]
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Nestled under the decorative Art Nouveau ironwork rafters, the Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market in Manaus serves as a bustling hub for food enthusiasts, locals, chefs, and travelers. The market’s interior […]
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Nestled in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest, Manaus is home to the Port of Manaus, a bustling gateway to the region’s natural wonders. As the most significant port […]
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Roberto Burle Marx, Brazil’s most renowned landscape architect, transformed his former banana plantation, purchased with his brother in 1949, into a stunning testament to his artistic vision. Located in Rio […]
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Nestled in Rio de Janeiro’s Zona Sul, the art deco Flamengo neighborhood provides a more relaxed and less crowded alternative to the bustling beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. Here, visitors […]
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In the heart of Rio de Janeiro’s downtown, the National Museum of Fine Arts, known locally as Museu Nacional de Belas Artes, stands as a significant cultural landmark. Housed in […]
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Republic Square, or Praça da República, is a rectangular plaza that has been a focal point for cultural life in São Paulo since its construction in 1889. Built to commemorate […]
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Nestled northeast of the bustling Copacabana, Leme Beach (Praia do Leme) offers a more serene stretch of Rio de Janeiro’s famous coastline. This tranquil beach features soft, golden sands and […]