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  The History of the Jews in Colonial Brazil

  Jews in colonial Brazil faced a complex and often difficult situation. During the colonial period, Brazil was a Portuguese colony and the Inquisition
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  Journey into the Sacred Art of Catedral Basílica de Salvador

  The Catedral Basílica de Salvador is one of the most important sacred buildings from Colonial Brazil. A testament to the history and Catholicism in
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  Discover the Magnificence of Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort

  The Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort, located in the city of Salvador, Bahia, is one of the most iconic and well-preserved examples of colonial
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  Explore the Archaeological Marvels of São Raimundo Nonato

  São Raimundo Nonato, located in the state of Piauí, is a city that attracts tourists interested in history, culture, archaeology and nature. São
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  Bonito is Brazil’s Ecotourism Mecca

  Discover the 17 Must-Visit Tourist Attractions in Bonito MS. Until the mid-1980s, the town of Bonito was a quiet farming town, a route for large
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  Miranda in Mato Grosso do Sul – Tourist attractions

  The town of Miranda in Mato Grosso do Sul is a base for travellers crossing the southern Pantanal and there are a number of farms in the region where
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  11 historic heritage towns in Bahia

  Of the historic heritage towns in the north-east, 11 are in Bahia and depict the process of occupation of Bahian territory up until the end of the
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  Chronology of the Portuguese Discoveries

  The Portuguese discoveries took place as a result of the Portuguese maritime expansion that marked the history of Portugal and the history of the
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  Chronology of slavery in colonial and imperial Brazil

  Sunday 13 May 1888 dawned sunny in Rio de Janeiro, the capital of the Brazilian Empire. It was a day of celebration. Slavery came to an end through a
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  Map of Africa from 1570

  Historical Map of Africa from 1570 Ortelius’ Cornerstone Map of Africa “Africae Tabula Nova”, Ortelius, Abraham Period: 1570
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  Monte Santo in Bahia – Tourist Sites and History

  The architectural complex of the town of Monte Santo in Bahia has great scenic and symbolic beauty, combining natural and cultural heritage, and is
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  Architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina

  The Chapada Diamantina is famous for the diversity of its buildings, with many architectural complexes. The architectural styles of the Chapada
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  History of the settlement of Chapada Diamantina BA

  The Chapada Diamantina is located in the centre of the state of Bahia and covers an area of 50,610 km2, stretching north-south in a “Y”
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  The city of Aquidauana MS is the Gateway to the Pantanal

  The city of Aquidauana MS is the Gateway to the Pantanal, one of the most beautiful ecosystems in the world and with many tourist attractions. The
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  Tourism and Nature in Coxim MS

  Coxim belongs to the central-western region of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. Originally, the Caypós Indians lived in Coxim and the city was known
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  Alcatrazes Archipelago: A Hidden Gem for Evolutionary Studies

  The Alcatrazes Archipelago was a former target for cannon fire, Alcatrazes is a living laboratory for evolutionary studies. The Alcatrazes
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  The jararaca-ilhoa lives on Queimada Grande Island

  The jararaca-ilhoa lives exclusively on Queimada Grande Island, also known as the island of snakes; The jararaca-ilhoa is a sui generis snake,
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  Corumbá in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul

  Corumbá MS lies on the border between Mato Grosso do Sul and Bolivia, and is also strongly influenced by the customs and traditions of the
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  Campo Grande MS – Travel Guide

  The pleasant city of Campo Grande, capital of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, is characterised by its urban planning, with wide, tree-lined avenues.
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  Watching Mammals and Reptiles in the Pantanal

  As well as fishing and birdwatching, the observation of land animals (above all mammals and reptiles, but also amphibians, molluscs and insects) is a