The city of Olinda, in Pernambuco, is home to one of the most important landmarks in the religious and educational history of colonial Brazil: the Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça and the Seminary of Olinda. This religious complex dates back to the 16th century and is of great historical […]
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The oldest churches in Pernambuco and the first church in Brazil
More than just expressions of faith, Pernambuco’s churches have kept traces of our history and culture since the 16th century. The oldest religious buildings in Pernambuco date back to the 16th century. They were built between 1526 and 1580. The first Brazilian church, located on Itamaracá Island, is the Church […]
The Charm of Olinda: History and Festivals
Olinda has valuable colonial houses, architecture, history and carnival. Olinda in Pernambuco is one of Brazil’s most important historical cities, Olinda brings together valuable colonial houses and hosts one of the liveliest festivals of Carnival in the country. It is at the same time the city of friars and nuns, […]