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Football fans simply cannot leave Brazil without visiting Sao Paulo. This is where the legendary stadium Pacaembu is located. The “king of football” Pele played at this stadium. Many people call Sao Paulo a “miniature Chicago” because of numerous skyscrapers and buildings with glass walls. Many of these high rise buildings have observation decks installed on top floors. … Open

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Farroupilha Park is an astonishingly enchanting place not far from the historic city center. The park covers an area of three hundred and seventy thousand square meters. More than fifty different bronze and marble sculptures are installed here. If you visit the park in the evening, you can witness a mesmerizing scene – the fountain with colorful illumination “draws” beautiful pictures. There is a triumphal … Open

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Florianopolis

After walking through the shopping arcades, be sure to explore the nearby Custom House (Pradio da Alfandega). It was built in 1875 and is a vivid example of the neoclassical style. Currently, the beautiful architectural monument houses an art gallery. Part of the building is occupied by an interesting souvenir shop where you can buy unique ceramics made by local craftsmen. ... Open »

Balneario Camboriu

It was built of stones that were mined in local quarries. Interestingly, whale oil served as the main binding material during its construction. The surprising thing is that the chapel has remained intact for over 200 years and has not undergone any major reconstruction. The old chapel stands in the picturesque district of Bairro-da-Barra, one of the oldest in the city. It was ... Open »

Montevideo

The Castillo Pittamiglio is another unusual place in Montevideo. When its architect Umberto Pittamiglio had died, the mansion was left unfinished. The matter is that the architect had been constructing the building since 1910 when he had bought it. Remarkably, he was famous for his philosophical outlook on life. You can see some philosophical implications in his ... Open »

Asuncion

It is certainly worth noting religious monuments preserved in the city. The old church Iglesia de la Encarnacion was built on top of a hill in the late 19th century. Its exterior combines elements of various architectural styles. Also, the shrine has always been known for its beautiful interior decoration. In 1992, the church was recognized as a historical monument of ... Open »

Buenos Aires

A building considered completely unusual for the Latin American capital can be found on Avenue Brasil. We are referring to Iglesia Apostolica Ortodoxa Rusa, the stronghold of Orthodoxy in the Catholic city. The temple is very beautiful and majestic, matching the capital of Argentina. Among other cathedrals, it is worth noting the Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento, which is ... Open »

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