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Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, commonly referred to simply as Rio, is the capital city of the State of Rio de Janeiro, the second largest city of Brazil, and the third largest metropolitan area and agglomeration in South America, boasting approximately 6.3 million people within the city proper, making it the 6th largest in the Americas, and 26th in the world.

Located at -22.9054, -43.1771 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Former national capitals, Municipalities of Brazil, Populated coastal places in Rio de Janeiro (state), Populated places established in 1565, Port cities in Brazil, Rio de Janeiro (city), State capitals in Brazil, Host cities of the Summer Olympic Games

Academia Brasileira de Letras

Academia Brasileira de Letras (ABL) is a Brazilian literary non-profit society established at the end of the 19th century by a group of 40 writers and poets inspired by the Académie Française. The first president, Machado de Assis, declared its foundation on December 15, 1896, with the statutes being passed on January 28, 1897. On July 20 of the same year, the Academy entered into operation.

Located at -22.9108, -43.173 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Brazilian literature, National academies, Non-profit organisations based in Brazil, Organizations established in 1896, 1896 establishments in Brazil, Organisations based in Rio de Janeiro, Language regulators

National Historical Museum (Brazil)

The National Historical Museum of Brazil (Portuguese: Museu Histórico Nacional), was created in 1922, and possesses over 287,000 items, including the largest numismatic collection of Latin America. The architectural complex that houses the museum was built in 1603 as the St James of Mercy Fort; earlier structures date back to 1567, erected by order of King Sebastian I of Portugal. In 1693, the Calaboose Prison, for slaves, was built.

Located at -22.9059, -43.1695 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Museums established in 1922, History museums in Brazil, National museums of Brazil, Museums in Rio de Janeiro (city), 1922 establishments in Brazil

Teatro Municipal (Rio de Janeiro)

The Theatro Municipal (Municipal Theatre) of Rio de Janeiro is located in Cinelândia (Praça Marechal Floriano) in the city center of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Built in the beginning of the twentieth century, it is considered to be one of the most beautiful and important theatres in the country. The building is designed in an eclectic style, inspired by the Paris Opéra of Charles Garnier. The outside walls are inscribed with the names of classic Eurocentric & Brazilian artists.

Located at -22.9092, -43.1765 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Opera houses in Brazil, Theatres in Brazil, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Visitor attractions in Rio de Janeiro (city)

Paço Imperial

The Paço Imperial, or Imperial Palace, previously known as the Royal Palace of Rio de Janeiro and Palace of the Viceroys, is a historic building in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The Paço Imperial was built in the 18th century to serve as residence for the governors of colonial Brazil. From 1808, it was used as a royal residence by King John VI of Portugal as King of Portugal and later also as King of Brazil.

Located at -22.9035, -43.1742 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Houses completed in 1743, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Imperial residences in Brazil, Colonial architecture, Baroque architecture

Museu Nacional de Belas Artes

The Museu Nacional de Belas Artes (MNBA, Portuguese for National Museum of Fine Arts) is a national art museum located in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The museum, officially established in 1937 by the initiative of education minister Gustavo Capanema, was inaugurated in 1938, by president Getúlio Vargas.

Located at -22.9088, -43.1757 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Art museums and galleries in Brazil, Museums in Rio de Janeiro (city), Art museums established in 1938, National museums of Brazil, 1938 establishments in Brazil

Candelária Church

The Candelária Church (Portuguese: Igreja da Candelária) is an important historical church in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in southeastern Brazil. It was built and decorated during a long period, from 1775 to the late 19th century. The church combines a Baroque façade with a Neoclassical and Neo-Renaissance interior elements.

Located at -22.9008, -43.1779 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Churches in Rio de Janeiro (city), Roman Catholic churches in Brazil, 18th-century church buildings, 19th-century church buildings, Religious buildings completed in 1877, Baroque churches, Neoclassical architecture in Brazil

Rio de Janeiro Cathedral

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian (Portuguese: Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião) better known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro (Catedral Metropolitana do Rio de Janeiro) or as the Cathedral of St. Sebastian of Rio de Janeiro (Catedral de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro), is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro. The cathedral is the See of the Metropolitan Archbishops of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Located at -22.9103, -43.1809 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Churches in Rio de Janeiro (city), Roman Catholic cathedrals in Brazil, Roman Catholic churches completed in 1979, Modernist architecture in Brazil

Old Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro

The Old Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, is an old Carmelite church which served as cathedral (Sé) of Rio de Janeiro from around 1808 until 1976. During the 19th century, it was also used successively as Royal and Imperial Chapel by the Portuguese royal family and the Brazilian imperial family, respectively. It is located in the Praça XV square, in downtown Rio. It is one of the most important historical buildings in the city.

Located at -22.9034, -43.1754 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Roman Catholic cathedrals in Brazil, Carmelite churches, Churches in Rio de Janeiro (city), Religious buildings completed in 1770, Colonial architecture, Neo-Baroque architecture

Passeio Público

The Passeio Público is a public park in the historic centre of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Built after 1779, it is the oldest public park of Brazil and one of the oldest in the Americas.

Located at -22.9138, -43.176 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Parks in Rio de Janeiro (city)

National Library of Brazil

The Biblioteca Nacional do Brasil (in English National Library of Brazil) is the depository of the bibliographic and documentary heritage of Brazil. It is located in Rio de Janeiro, at Cinelândia square. The largest library in Latin America and the 7th world largest one, its collections include about 9 million items.

Located at -22.912, -43.175 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Government of Brazil, Brazilian culture, Libraries in Brazil, National libraries, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), World Digital Library partners, Education in Rio de Janeiro (city), Deposit libraries, World Digital Library related

Gustavo Capanema Palace

The Gustavo Capanema Palace (in Portuguese, Palácio Gustavo Capanema) is an office building in Rio de Janeiro that is one of the finest examples of Brazilian 1930s modernist architecture. It was designed by a team composed of Lucio Costa (future designer of the layout of Brazil's modernist capital Brasília), along with Affonso Eduardo Reidy, Ernani Vasconcellos, Carlos Leão and Jorge Machado Moreira.

Located at -22.9092, -43.1738 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Modernist architecture in Brazil, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Oscar Niemeyer buildings

Escadaria Selarón

Escadaria Selarón is a set of world-famous steps in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They are the work of Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón who claimed it as "my tribute to the Brazilian people".

Located at -22.9157, -43.179 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Stairways, 1990 architecture, Visitor attractions in Rio de Janeiro (city)

Carioca Aqueduct

The Carioca Aqueduct (Portuguese: Aqueduto da Carioca) is an aqueduct in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The aqueduct was built in the middle of the 18th century to bring fresh water from the Carioca river to the population of the city. It is an impressive example of colonial architecture and engineering. The Carioca Aqueduct is located in the centre of the city, in the Lapa neighbourhood, and is frequently called Arcos da Lapa (Lapa Arches) by Brazilian people.

Located at -22.9126, -43.1799 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Aqueducts in Brazil, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Infrastructure completed in 1750

Lapa, Rio de Janeiro

Lapa is a neighbourhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is located in the centre of Rio and is famous for its historical monuments and nightlife. The neighbourhood is home to the Arcos da Lapa, an impressive aqueduct constructed in the mid-18th century by colonial authorities. Another important historical attraction is the Passeio Público, the first public park of the city, built in the 1780s.

Located at -22.9136, -43.1817 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Neighbourhoods in Rio de Janeiro (city), Entertainment districts, Restaurant districts and streets

Cinelândia

Cinelândia is the popular name of a major public square in the centre of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Its official name is Praça Floriano Peixoto, in honour of the second president of Brazil, Floriano Peixoto.

Located at -22.911, -43.1757 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Squares in Brazil

Colégio de São Bento

Colégio de São Bento is a Benedictine school for boys in Rio de Janeiro - Brazil with a history that dates back more than 150 years. Colégio de São Bento is managed by Benedictine monks, since the school was founded in 1858 on the hills overlooking Rio de Janeiro's harbor and the Guanabara Bay, adjacent to the Benedictine Monastery of Rio de Janeiro. The Benedictine Monastery of Rio de Janeiro, locally referred to in Brazilian Portuguese as Mosteiro de São Bento, was founded in 1590.

Located at -22.8977, -43.1797 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Secondary schools in Brazil, Boys' schools in Brazil

Brazilian submarine Riachuelo (S22)

Riachuelo (S22) was an Oberon-class submarine in the Brazilian Navy. It was ordered in 1972 and commissioned in March 1977. Riachuelo is now displayed at the Navy Cultural Centre in Rio de Janeiro.

Located at -22.9004, -43.1746 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Oberon-class submarines of the Brazilian Navy, Barrow-built ships, 1975 ships

Avenida Rio Branco

The Avenida Rio Branco, formerly Avenida Central, is the street that crosses the center of city of Rio de Janeiro. And is the leading brand of urban reform carried out by the mayor Pereira Passos in early 20th century. It is one of the main thoroughfares of the city, being the scene of many important events.

Located at -22.9047, -43.1775 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Transport in Rio de Janeiro (city), Roads in Brazil

Zona Central, Rio de Janeiro

The Central Region is the historical, administrative, and financial centre of the City of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It has been undergoing a major revitalisation since it was rediscovered by locals in the 1990s.

Located at -22.9054, -43.1771 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Geography of Rio de Janeiro (city)

Monument to the dead of World War II

The Monument to the dead of World War II, also known as the Monument to the Brazilian soldiers of World War II, commemorates Brazil's participation in the Second World War. It is located in the Eduardo Gomes park in the Flamengo neighborhood of the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. The design by architects Mark Netto Konder and Helio Ribas Marinho was the winner of a national competition. The monument was completed in 1960.

Located at -22.9167, -43.1736 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Monuments and memorials in Brazil, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city)

105 Lélio Gama St

Lelio Gama 105 St. is a skyscraper located in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro. It was completed in 1980, and is 145 metres tall, with 40 floors. It is currently the second tallest building in Rio de Janeiro.

Located at -22.9097, -43.1783 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Bank buildings, Office buildings completed in 1980, Buildings and structures in Rio de Janeiro (city), Skyscrapers between 100 and 149 meters, Skyscrapers in Brazil

Ilha Fiscal

Ilha Fiscal is an island located within Guanabara Bay, bordering the historic city center of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. Originally named by Europeans as Ilha dos Ratos (Rat Island), its current name comes from the fact there have worked since the Guarda Fiscal, serving the port of the then capital of the Empire in the nineteenth century.

Located at -22.9, -43.1667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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Islands of Brazil

11th arrondissement of the Littoral Department

11th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou. According to the population census conducted by the Institut National de la Statistique Benin on February 15, 2002, the arrondissement had a total population of 36,219.

Located at -22.9097, -43.1783 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Populated places in the Plateau Department, Arrondissements of Benin

12th arrondissement of the Littoral Department

12th arrondissement is an arrondissement in the Littoral department of Benin. It is an administrative division under the jurisdiction of the commune of Cotonou. According to the population census conducted by the Institut National de la Statistique Benin on February 15, 2002, the arrondissement had a total population of 76,217.

Located at -22.9097, -43.1783 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Populated places in the Plateau Department, Arrondissements of Benin