one of the most important literary sites in the city, O Gabinete Real Português de Leitura stands proud as a center of education and refinement, in a city filled with exuberance.

translated as the royal portuguese library, its structure is truly stunning, and has even been described as the most 'fabulous' library in south america.

located in rio's downtown area, in the east zone of the city, real gabinete portugues de leitura is a library with a fascinating history - it was initially established, by a group of 43 portuguese immigrants, as a library to broaden the knowledge of their members, and provide an opportunity for residents of the city to learn about the portuguese empire.