at a glance

the building has historically played an important role in the financial affairs of the country, and now the cultural program of the city.

a historical site right in the heart of the city, the paço imperial is a renovated imperial palace, which now serves as a cultural center that hosts exhibitions, seminars, concerts and plays.

the palace was built in 1743, originally serving as the residence of the governor of the city, it is listed by the national artistic and historical heritage institute, and stands proud as one of the beautiful buildings on the borders of the praça xv.

a small island at the entrance to the guanabara bay, ilha fiscal is a popular tourist destination, which has played host to some momentous events in the history of rio de janeiro.