Morro do Valongo

Morro do Valongo is a peak in Rio de Janeiro, Grande Rio, Rio de Janeiro and has an elevation of 35 metres. Morro do Valongo is situated nearby to the suburb Saúde, as well as near Pequena África.

Places of Interest

Highlights include National Library and Valongo Wharf.

National Library

Library

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The National Library of Brazil is the depository of the bibliographic and documentary heritage of Brazil. It is located in Rio de Janeiro, the capital city of Brazil from 1763 to 1960, more specifically at Cinelândia square.

Valongo Wharf

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The Valongo Wharf is an old dock located in the port area of Rio de Janeiro, between the current Coelho e Castro and Sacadura Cabral streets. Built in 1811, it was the site of landing and trading of enslaved Africans until 1831, with the blockade of Africa banning the Atlantic slave trade to Brazil.

Santos Dumont Airport

Aerodrome

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The Santos Dumont Airport is the second major airport serving Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is more of a domestic hub, with Galeão International Airport serving international flights after 2023.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Centro and Santa Teresa.

Centro

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Rio's Centro is a district in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Centro has most of the city's notable churches and museums, including the Modern Art Museum, as well as many of its most famous bars.

Santa Teresa

Suburb

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Santa Teresa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is located on top of the Santa Teresa hill, by the centre of Rio, and is famous for its winding, narrow streets which are a favourite spot for artists and tourists.