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Brazilian National Library in Rio de Janeiro
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Brazilian National Library in Rio de Janeiro

The Brazilian National Library, located in Rio de Janeiro, is one of the largest libraries in the world, housing nine million items. Founded by Dom João VI in 1810, its journey began in an unlikely fashion, initially housed in facilities like the Third Order Hospital. The impressive building, erected during

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Portugal's military resistance against Brazilian independence
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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 during the independence process. At the moment when he declared Brazil’s independence, the governments and troops of some provinces were

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Statue of King Dom João VI in Praça XV, Rio de Janeiro
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Statue of King Dom João VI in Praça XV, Rio de Janeiro

The equestrian statue of King Dom João VI in Praça XV in the city of Rio de Janeiro was offered in 1965, during the IV Centenary of the Founding of the City of Rio de Janeiro, by the Portuguese government as a tribute to the King of Portugal, who lived

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The Evolution of the Cityscape: From Slaughterhouse to Cultural Heritage
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The Evolution of the Cityscape: From Slaughterhouse to Cultural Heritage

Throughout history, cities have undergone transformational changes, shedding old practices and embracing new ones. The city of Rio de Janeiro, with its rich tapestry of memories, is no exception to this phenomenon. Within its boundaries lie numerous examples of places and practices that have faded into the past, and among

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Discover how the independence of Brazil happened
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Discover how the independence of Brazil happened

The Independence of Brazil, which occurred on September 7, 1822, represents a fundamental moment in the country’s history. On that day, Prince Regent Dom Pedro I proclaimed Brazil as an independent nation from Portugal, marking the end of over three centuries of colonial rule and the beginning of a new

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