Overview
Admire the richness of the African heritage in Brazil. Visit the remains of an important part of Brazilian history. Starting with hotel pickup, we head to a place called Little Africa. The Little Africa was the entrance point in Rio for several men, women and children coming from the African continent. It is a large zone that used to have a slave open market, stores, houses and graveyards. Walk through the alleys and pay attention to the remarks made by the tour guide. Learn Brazilian history by visiting each historical place. Most people get emotional during the tour. Be respectful and enjoy this rich cultural adventure. At the end, we take you back to the hotel.
Cais do Valongo – The Cais do Valongo is the former harbor. Stones used to build this harbor were carried by the same enslaved population that arrived here. The place got different names throughout history to accommodate the historical intentions of the powerful. Jardim Suspenso do Valongo – Admire the landscape of the place. Pay attention to certain details mentioned by the tour guide. Pedra do Sal – Find out the truth behind its name. Learn about the hard-working conditions of the people in this area. IPN – Learn about how the Instituto dos Pretos Novos was build. Understand the importance of preserving the memory and history of the Africans in Brazil.
