Imperial Palace
Pc 15 de Novembro, 48 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20010-010, Brasil
Description:
One of the main attractions of Rio de Janeiro is the Imperial Palace (Pa o Imperial).
For centuries, behind the walls of this building, the history of Brazil was created, the main turning events of the country took place here. One of them is the abolition of slavery. There was also the historical phrase of King Don Pedro, who refused to return to Portugal. "Eu fico" ("I remain") he said to the Brazilian people, after which he officially declared Brazil's independence from Portugal.
The Imperial Palace was built in 1743. Since 1938, the palace has received the status of a “national treasure”, and since then it has served as a museum. Art exhibitions and theater productions are held here. There is also a large library here.