Wire Opera House (Opera de Arame)
Wire Opera House (Opera de Arame) With so many historical sites in the city, one that often graces Curitiba postcards is the Wire Opera House, a masterpiece of modern architecture. Surrounded by large boulders, a dense forest and a 29,000‐square‐foot (2,700‐square‐meter) lake, the structure sits a
Vila Velha Park
Vila Velha Park Established in 1953, the diverse landscapes of Vila Velha State Park have attracted travelers in search of a quiet, picturesque respite from urban Rio since its inception. Towering sandstone formations that have been carved away by volcanic eruptions, wind and glaciers over the cou
Via Costeira
Via Costeira Via Costeira, also known as Senador Dinarte Mariz Avenue, is a significant beachfront walkway and paved road that extends from Ponta Negra beach in Natal. It is one of the most important avenues in Natal, with two lanes in each direction and no traffic lights. It winds along the coast
UNILIVRE (Universidade Livre do Meio Ambiente)
UNILIVRE (Universidade Livre do Meio Ambiente) Surrounded by the bustling city of Curitiba and set deep in Zaninelli Park sits Unilivre (Free Environment University), a higher learning institution that offers courses related to the environment and a sustainable world. The school is often visited a
Tiradentes Square (Praca Tiradentes)
Tiradentes Square (Praca Tiradentes) Arguably the most important square in Curitiba, Praca Tiradentes is home to many of the city’s well-known sites, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and Basilica Minor of Our Lady of Light. Among the trees and statues in the square, visitors can walk over a gl
Tiradentes Palace
Tiradentes Palace While it may be hard to pull away from Rio’s white sand beaches, there’s more to the vibrant Brazilian city than sand and Sugarloaf Mountain. One of those spots is Tiradentes Palace, a soaring, concrete, exquisite palace that’s named for “Tiradentes,” a Brazilian revolutionary wh
Tinhare Island
Tinhare Island Five rural villages and plenty of quiet sandy beaches make up the tiny island of Tinhare, located in Cairu in the state of Bahia. Its palm-lined streets, tropical bars and traditional samba clubs make it a destination that’s as perfect for sun worshipers as it is for night-life love
Teles Arch (Arco de Teles)
Teles Arch (Arco de Teles) Telles Arch, or Arco de Teles, is a colonial gateway and quasi time portal to 19th century Rio. Leading from open Praca Quinze to narrow Travessa do Comércio, the arch is a funnel from modern day Rio to the charm of its old town past. While arches were originally common
Teatro Castro Alves
Teatro Castro Alves Travelers who want to experience the local and international performing arts scene flock to Teatro Castro Alves, Salvador’s largest theater. This old-school architectural icon was recently redesigned and refurbished, giving it a much-needed update with some contemporary flare.
Tanguá Park (Parque Tanguá)
Tanguá Park (Parque Tanguá) The site of a former quarry complex, Tanguá Park is a favorite among visitors and residents alike who may be searching for the perfect spot to watch the sunset or take photographs. Approximately five miles (7.5 km) from the center of the city, the large park serves as a
Sunset Square
Sunset Square Based in the São Paulo neighborhood Vila Madalena, Sunset Square is known for its stunning view of the city’s downtown core. Called Praça do Por do Sol in Portuguese, the official name of is actually Praça Cel. Custódio Fernandes Pinheiros, though you won’t catch the locals saying th
Sitio Roberto Burle Marx
Sitio Roberto Burle Marx Brazil’s most famous landscape architect, Roberto Burle Marx, left his legacy all over the country and was known for creating some of the most beautiful park spaces in the city of Rio. His own home, the big estate that is today known as Sitio Roberto Burle Max, is no excep
Sé Cathedral
Sé Cathedral Lording over the heart of the city, the immense Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption—abbreviated to Catedral da Sé in reference to its status as the seat of the local Roman Catholic archbishop—almost seems out of place with its mid-century Modernist neighbors. In fact,
São Paulo Museum of Art
São Paulo Museum of Art Said to host one of the finest art collections in the Southern Hemisphere, Sao Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) is where to go in Brazil if you want to get your fill of Boschs and Bellinis, Van Goghs and Gauguins. There are over 8,000 works in total, and, unusually, the rooms hou
Sao Francisco de Penitencia Church
Sao Francisco de Penitencia Church In a city as oversized and grandiose as Rio de Janeiro, it’s surprising that a small, historic church is one of its most mesmerizing sights. Located in the city’s pulsing downtown, this church is best known for a gold interior that will silence the staunchest of
Sao Francisco Church and Convent
Sao Francisco Church and Convent Travelers who approach the relatively plain exterior of Francisco Church and Convent will be amazed by the ornate artwork, fine details and gilded ceilings upon entering this iconic colonial monument. Built in the early 1700s, the church took decades to complete. I
Santos Andrade Square (Praca Santos Andrade)
Santos Andrade Square (Praca Santos Andrade) Santos Andrade Square is considered one of Curitiba’s great cultural sites, as it is home to two of the most important attractions in the city: both Brazil’s first university (UFRP) and the Guaira Theatre, an iconic performance house. Often serving as a
Sanctuary Waterfall
Sanctuary Waterfall Located about 100 kilometers north of Manaus, the beautiful Sanctuary Waterfall is one of the top travel destinations for visitors to Presidente Figueiredo. Stationed along the Urubui River, where black waters meet the muddy Amazon, Sanctuary Waterfall is surrounded by thick ra
Saara Shopping District
Saara Shopping District Like every paradise for bargain hunters, the Saara Shopping District is a maze where you can find anything and everything. Be it T-shirts with witty print, colorful accessories, soccer jerseys or the iconic Brazilian flip flops: the Havaianas. The Saara Shopping District co
Rio Negro Palace
Rio Negro Palace Built in 1903 as the home of wealthy German rubber tycoon Karl Waldemar Scholz and then auctioned off after the decline of the Rubber Boom, the Rio Negro Palace served as the state capital and governor’s residence for many years until it was converted into a cultural center in 199
