Photos taken in Brazil and tagged as cities
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Salvador - Early morning in Salvador
This pic, taken from Blue Tree Towers Hotel, in the district of Rio Vermelho, shows a part of beautiful Salvador coastline at dawn: fishermen's houses contrasting with skyscrapers in Rio Vermelho, big hotels at Ondina Beach and, finally, Barra's famous Lighthouse.
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Salvador - Mango Tree
From my window, I could see this beautiful mango tree contrasting its green with the old roof tiles. The pic was taken from Blue Tree Towers Hotel, Rio Vermelho, Salvador.
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Curitiba - Rua das Flores II
Here is another view of "Rua XV de Novembro" (November XV Street), popularly known as "Rua das Flores" (Flowers' Street), first pedestrian street in Brazil, inaugurated in the beginning of the seventies. An old tram is one of its main attractions.
- Date: 15 July 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Curitiba - Rua das Flores I
First pedestrian street in Brazil, inaugurated in the beginning of the seventies, the officially called "Rua XV de Novembro" (November XV Street), popularly known as "Rua das Flores" (Flowers' Street) is a children's paradise on Saturdays, when many cultural and leisure activities happen there. An old tram is one of the main attractions in the area.
- Date: 15 July 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Curitiba - Palácio Avenida Building
Here is a partial view of "Palácio Avenida" Building, a first class architectural landmark in Downtown Curitiba.
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Curitiba - Palácio Avenida Building I
This pic shows, reflected in the glass windows of another buiding, a part of "Palácio Avenida" Building facade, one of Curitiba's famous landmarks, constructed in 1929. Every year, in December, it is decorated for Christmas and attracts many visitors with sound and light shows.
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Rio de Janeiro - Wintertime in Rio II
Anotjher example of Rio's "springtime face" even in winter! Pic taken at Fiocruz Campus, in the district of Manguinhos.
- Date: 11 July 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Wintertime in Rio I
Even in Wintertime flowers abound in Rio, where the mild temperatures of this period are almost similar to those we find during the european Springtime. I've taken this pic at FIOCRUZ Campus.
- Date: 6 July 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Presbyterian Cathedral IV
Here is a night view of the Presbyterian Cathedral, in Downtown Rio.
- Date: 28 May 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Golden Afternoon
After many hours of rain and heavy sky, the sun appeared for a few minutes in the late afternoon and "goldened" that greyish day in Downtown Rio... The photo was taken from the terrace of a building located close to Tiradentes Square.
- Date: 27 May 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
- Tags: sunsets_and_sunrises cityscapes cities rio_de_janeiro br-rj
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Rio de Janeiro - Sunset in Rio
Sunset in Downtown Rio: Central Station Building (to the left), Duque de Caxias Palace (former Ministry of War, to the right) and "Morro da Providência" (Providence Hill).
- Date: 25 May 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Catedral, Lapa & Santa Teresa
Some contrasts in Downtown Rio: the modern San Sebastian Cathedral (1972); the old District of Lapa, a night life neighbourhood, where restaurants, bars, music & dance clubs abound; and, on the background, Santa Teresa Hill, a charming residential neighbourhood, full of restaurants, art galleries and ateliers.
- Date: 25 May 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Flying over Rio
Here is Paquetá Island, an idyllic District of Rio in the middle of Guanabara Bay. With some nice beaches and quiet streets, Paquetá is an "oasis" in the big city, a permanent source of inspiration for its poets, artists, tourists and residents.
- Date: 16 April 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Downtown II
Another view of Downtown Rio.
- Date: 2 April 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Presbyterian Cathedral IV
Another frontal view of Rio de Janeiro's Presbyterian Cathedral.
- Date: 2 April 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Presbyterian Cathedral III
Here is a frontal view of Rio de Janeiro's Presbyterian Cathedral.
- Date: 2 April 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Presbyterian Cathedral II
Here is another pic of Rio de Janeiro's Presbyterian Cathedral, first Protestant Church in Brazil (1862). The beautiful neogothical structure was built in 1934 and stands closer to modern skyscrapers in Downtown.
- Date: 2 April 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Rio de Janeiro - Presbyterian Cathedral I
First Protestant Church in Brazil (1862), the beautiful Rio de Janeiro's Presbyterian Cathedral - built in 1934, in neogothical style - contrasts with Downtown skyscrapers. Numerous vitrals illuminate its interior.
- Date: 2 April 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Salvador - City Council
Here is another example of typical portuguese colonial architecture in Salvador: the City Council Palace, built in 1640. It is located in the very heart of Salvador Old Town (Upper Town), close to other impressive buidings.
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Salvador - Rosário dos Pretos
Built along the XVIII Century by slaves and ex-slaves of African origin, the beautiful "Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos" Church dominates Pelourinho Square's landscape, in Salvador Old Town. Its baroque features mix the portuguese tradition with some indian influences, mainly in the towers.
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Salvador - Pelourinho Square, "Rosario dos Pretos" Church
Built along the XVIII Century by slaves and ex-slaves of African origin, the beautiful "Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos" Church dominates Pelourinho Square's landscape, in Salvador Old Town.
- Date: 29 March 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Recife - Here comes the rain!
One of brazilian most beautiful cities, Recife blends rich cultural and historical attractions with fine beaches. Here we can see Boa Viagem, a district famous for its beach... waiting for the rain! I took this pic from a plane, leaving Recife.
- Date: 28 March 2006
- Photographer: mig13: gallery
- Location: Brazil: gallery
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Fortaleza - Meireles Beach III
Here is another view of Meireles Beach, in Fortaleza. On the back it's possible to see the port of Mucuripe and some of the famous "jangadas", local boats used for fishing.
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Fortaleza - Central Market
Fortaleza Central Market is an important reference for buying Northeastern Brazil regional products and traditional handicrafts. It is located in a modern building, inaugurated in 1998, and shelters about 550 stores, attracting tourists from every corner of the World.
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Fortaleza - Meireles Beach II
Here is a more encompassing view of Meireles Beach, in Fortaleza, one of the most important touristic destinations in Brazil. On the back it's possible to see part of the port of Mucuripe and some of the famous "jangadas", local boats used for fishing. Fortaleza's main hotels can be found here.