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World Heritage places in Brazil matching “Rio de Janeiro” · Mysteria

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🇧🇷 Brazil · Archaeological wonder

Valongo Wharf

The Valongo Wharf (Portuguese: Cais do Valongo) is an old dock located in the port area of Rio de Janeiro, between the current Coelho e Castro and Sacadura Cabral streets.