Lyceu Paraibano, Secondary school in João Pessoa, Brazil
The school building on Avenida Getúlio Vargas features modernist architecture from the 1930s with multiple educational facilities and specialized laboratories.
Founded in 1836, Lyceu Paraibano started as a humanities college focusing on Latin and philosophy before expanding its curriculum to include mathematics and sciences.
The institution educated notable figures including economist Celso Furtado, environmentalist Lauro Pires Xavier, and poet Augusto dos Anjos throughout its existence.
The school currently accommodates 2,445 students and maintains a competitive admission process, receiving over 1,000 applications for 560 available spots in 2017.
Emperor Dom Pedro II visited the institution in 1859, marking its status as a primary educational center in the northeastern region of Brazil.
Location: João Pessoa
Inception: 1836
Architectural style: modern architecture
Address: Av. Getúlio Vargas
GPS coordinates: -7.12132,-34.87604
Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:17
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