Ladeira da Misericórdia, Historical street in Centro, Brazil
The Ladeira da Misericórdia extends for 40 meters through Rio de Janeiro's Centro district, featuring traditional cobblestone pavement laid during colonial times.
Established in 1567, this road served as a vital connection between the lower part of Rio de Janeiro's center and the former Morro do Castelo settlement.
The street represents the earliest paved pathway in Rio de Janeiro, reflecting Brazilian colonial engineering and construction methods from the 16th century.
Visitors can access this historical street near Santa Luzia Street 206 in Centro, where the original cobblestone surface remains intact.
This preserved section stands as the final remaining fragment of the original Morro do Castelo settlement, which was largely demolished in 1921.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Location: Centro
Inception: 1567
Length: 40 m
Made from material: Cobblestone
Address: Rua Santa Luzia, 206 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20020-022
GPS coordinates: -22.90620,-43.17027
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:41
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