Gunpowder Storehouse
Gunpowder Storehouse, Colonial military museum in João Pessoa, Brazil.
The Gunpowder Storehouse is a rectangular stone building from the Portuguese colonial period in northeastern Brazil, used to store ammunition and explosive materials. Its solid construction and thick walls reflect the military importance of the structure during that era.
The building was constructed before 1822 to serve colonial military needs under Portuguese rule. In 1938, IPHAN officially designated it as a national heritage site, placing it under official protection.
The building reflects how the Portuguese colonial administration organized and protected military resources in the region. Visitors can observe how the thick walls and ventilation openings kept the powder safe from moisture and decay.
The museum is located on Ladeira de São Francisco in the city center and can be reached by email for information about visiting. Contact casarao34@gmail.com to arrange tours and confirm access details before your visit.
The building features an ingenious system of ventilation openings specifically designed to manage moisture. These construction features reveal the technical knowledge builders possessed to safely store explosive materials.
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