Praça XV de Novembro

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Praça XV de Novembro, Colonial square in Centro district, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The square features an 18th-century imperial palace, a naval museum, and a baroque fountain designed by Valentim da Fonseca e Silva in 1789.

The location served as the main disembarkation point for Portuguese royalty and later witnessed the proclamation of the Brazilian Republic in November 1889.

The square holds a traditional antiques fair every Saturday, displaying collections of vintage items, decorative arts, and historical memorabilia.

The square contains a ferry terminal connecting to Niteroi, a VLT tram station, and multiple bus stops for transportation across Rio de Janeiro.

Skateboarders gather at designated hours in the square, transforming this historical site into Rio de Janeiro's primary skateboarding location.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Location: Centro

GPS coordinates: -22.90300,-43.17369

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31

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