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A museum of Brazilian history stretching from colonial to imperial times; big collection of paintings, but poor in artifacts.
The National Historical Museum of Brazil was created in 1922, and possesses over 287,000 items, including the largest numismatic collection of Latin America. The architectural complex that houses the museum was built in 1603 as the St. James of Mercy Fort; earlier structures date back to 1567, erected by order of King Sebastian I of Portugal. In 1693, the Calaboose Prison, for slaves, was built. In 1762, the Casa do Trem was added as a depot of weapons and ammunition. The last additions are the War Arsenal (1764) and the Barracks (1835).
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Museu Naval e Oceanográfico
Installed in a building constructed in 1868, this museum preserves articles from the seafaring history of the city.
Igreja de Santa Lúcia
Palácio de Tiradentes
The seat of the Legislative Assembly, visitors are welcome to wander in the corridors along the perimeter of the first floor, which tell the history of the Legislative Assembly and the building (mostly in Portuguese). Access to the second floor can be arranged through a guided tour with volunteers at the reception.
Palácio Gustavo Capanema
Former ministry of culture, designed by French architect Le Corbusier; though small, it is regarded as an important pioneering work in modern architecture.
Old Imperial Palace built in 1743 (though impressively modest). Colonial architecture.
Bolsa de Rio de Janeiro