Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda

Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda skrevs in på UNESCO:s världsarvslista 1982 som kulturarv i Brazil. Platsen hör till regionen Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Världsarvet har varit en del av den gemensamma UNESCO-listan sedan 1982.

UNESCOFounded in the 16th century by the Portuguese, the town’s history is linked to the sugar-cane industry. Rebuilt after being looted by the Dutch, its basic urban fabric dates from the 18th century. The harmonious balance between the buildings, gardens, 20 Baroque churches, convents and numerous small passos (chapels) all contribute to Olinda’s particular charm.