Olinda Tours

2009 May 20
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by paulbarnett

Walking Tours

The Olinda 1-Day Tour through the historic streets of this UNESCO World Heritage center, stopping at many of the most interesting sites of interest. Each tells a part of the unique story of the city. It visits spectacular churches that date from the early 16th century, soon after Brazil was discovered. In them, can be found some of  the finest examples of Baroque workmanship of the Portuguese and Dutch colonizers. You will also see see the ateliers of artists, whose works reflect the folklore myths and legends, the darker stories of slavery, and the celebratory images of Carnival.

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