Today in Brazil: The musician Tom Jobim dies

Today in Brazil: The musician Tom Jobim dies

On December 8, 1994, the musical world lost one of the most illustrious representatives of Brazilian sound art, Antônio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim, known worldwide as Tom Jobim, one...

The Tiradentes Palace in Rio de Janeiro

The Tiradentes Palace in Rio de Janeiro

The Tiradentes Palace, erected on May 6, 1926, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, is an emblematic building that has housed various institutions over the years. Initially intended for...

The story of the song 'Águas de Março'

The story of the song ‘Águas de Março’

The song ‘Águas de Março’ is an iconic Brazilian music composition by Antônio Carlos Jobim, one of the greatest figures in Bossa Nova, regarded as one of the most influential...

The Amazon Theatre The main postcard of the city of Manaus

The Amazon Theatre of the city of Manaus

The Teatro Amazonas is one of Brazil’s most important theaters and the main landmark of the city of Manaus. Located in Largo de São Sebastião, in the Historic Center, it...

The wealth of Emperor Dom Pedro II

The wealth of Emperor Dom Pedro II

Emperor Dom Pedro II, during his reign from 1831 to 1889, was a prominent figure in the country’s history. His personal wealth was not primarily associated with an exorbitant material...

The history of the song 'Chega de Saudade'

The history of the song ‘Chega de Saudade’

The Bossa Nova was officially born on July 10, 1958, when João Gilberto recorded the song ‘Chega de Saudade’ at Odeon studios. The arrangements were made by Antonio Carlos Jobim,...

Women in the Brazilian Independence

Women in the Brazilian Independence

The Independence of Brazil, one of the most significant chapters in the country’s history, was a multifaceted process that involved a variety of characters, events, and circumstances. While many iconic...

The death of Renato Russo

Today in Brazil: The death of Renato Russo

Renato Russo, a singer, songwriter, bassist, and leader of Legião Urbana, passed away on October 11, 1996, in Rio de Janeiro, due to AIDS-related complications. Born on March 27, 1960,...

Mauá: Businessman of the Empire | Review

Mauá: Businessman of the Empire | Review

The book Mauá: Businessman of the Empire is a biography written by Jorge Caldeira that narrates the life and journey of Irineu Evangelista de Sousa, better known as Viscount of...

The Origin of the Name Brazil

The Origin of the Name Brazil

The origin of the name “Brazil” is a complex story that dates back to the early encounters between Europeans and native peoples in the newly discovered lands. The word has...

The last photograph of Joaquim Nabuco

The last photograph of Joaquim Nabuco

The last photograph of Joaquim Nabuco (1849-1910), taken in Washington, United States, appeared in the Brazilian magazine “Fon Fon” shortly before his death in 1910.

Mauá's Childhood: The Shopboy Who Became a Wealthy Entrepreneur

Get to know the childhood of Mauá

Baron of Mauá, whose real name was Irineu Evangelista de Sousa, was a prominent figure in 19th-century Brazilian history. He played a significant role in the economic and industrial development...

The main accents of Brazil

The main accents of Brazil

Brazil is a diverse country, not only in terms of geography and culture but also in its language. Brazilians have a wide variety of regional accents, which are shaped by...

The National Monument to the Immigrant

The National Monument to the Immigrant

The National Monument to the Immigrant, inaugurated by President Getúlio Vargas in 1954 in Caxias do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul. Its cornerstone was laid in 1950 by President Eurico...

Portugal's military resistance against Brazilian independence

Brazil’s independence and portuguese resistance

The news of Brazil’s independence from Portugal was not celebrated in all provinces. After the proclamation, Emperor Dom Pedro I had a difficult time quelling the various revolts that occurred...

Learn the best curiosities about Cachaça

The best curiosities about Cachaça

Cachaça is a Brazilian distilled alcoholic beverage made from the fermentation and distillation of sugarcane juice. It is one of the most traditional drinks in Brazil and is often compared...

The painting "Independence or Death" by Pedro Américo

Today in Brazil: Independence of Brazil

On September 7, 1822, on the banks of the Ipiranga River in São Paulo, an important chapter in the history of Brazil was written with the “Cry of Ipiranga.” It...

The best sweets in Brazil

The best sweets in Brazil

Brazil is a country rich in culinary traditions, and its confectionery is no different. With a diverse cultural heritage that includes indigenous, African, European, and Asian influences, the country offers...

The First Railroad in Brazil

The First Railroad in Brazil

The Mauá Railroad, officially known as the Imperial Steam Navigation and Petrópolis Railroad Company, was the first railway established in Brazil and the third in South America. It was built...

Is Rio de Janeiro the capital of Brazil?

Is Rio de Janeiro the capital of Brazil?

Rio de Janeiro, despite being known for its culture, landscapes, and rich history, is no longer the capital of Brazil. The change in capital reflects the evolution of the Brazilian...

The paraguayan cannon "El Cristiano"

The paraguayan cannon “El Cristiano”

The War of Paraguay, which took place between 1864 and 1870, was one of the most brutal wars in the history of South America. It involved the Triple Alliance, composed...