Cais José Estelita, Historical pier in central Recife, Brazil
The José Estelita pier extends along the Pina Basin, connecting the Cabanga district to São José through a waterfront structure with railway heritage.
Built for the Recife-São Francisco Railway in 1858, this pier served as a major sugar storage and transportation hub during the 19th century.
The pier became a focal point for urban discussions in 2014 when the Ocupe Estelita movement initiated debates about city development and preservation.
The area encompasses 100,000 square meters of waterfront space, with planned public access points and cycling paths connecting to Miguel Arraes Avenue.
Former railway warehouses stand as industrial remnants along the pier, marking the second oldest railroad infrastructure established in Brazil.
Location: Recife
GPS coordinates: -8.07493,-34.89078
Latest update: March 21, 2025 09:05
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