Historical & Cultural Landmarks in Brazil

Founded by the Portuguese in 1549 as the first capital of Brazil, Salvador de Bahia is one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas. The city's Historic Center is distinguished by its religious, civil and military colonial architecture dating from the 17th to the 19th centuries.

The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Congonhas is a timeless masterpiece in the enchanting city of Congonhas, Brazil. Crafted by Baroque maestro Antônio Francisco Lisboa, it's a synthesis of architectural grandeur and sculptural brilliance. Visitors can explore the Rococo interior, outdoor stairway adorned with prophet statues, and chapels illustrating the Stations of the Cross.

São Francisco Square in the town of São Cristovão is a historic plaza consisting of an open space surrounded by substantial early buildings. It is a well-preserved example of northeastern Brazil's Spanish colonial and Portuguese Franciscan architecture.

Deep within the lush embrace of the Amazon Rainforest stands the remarkable Teatro Amazonas, a testament to human ingenuity and artistic expression. It took over 15 years to construct the theater, with artists, designers, and materials imported from Europe, to create a one-of-a-kind cultural institution. This iconic opera house, situated in the bustling city of Manaus, Brazil, is a true architectural masterpiece. Its grand neo-classical façade and exquisite interiors captivate all who enter its doors.

The Valongo Wharf Archaeological Site encompasses the entirety of Jornal do Comércio Square. It is in the former harbor area of Rio de Janeiro where the old stone pier was built to land enslaved Africans reaching the South American continent from 1811 onward.