Uncover the African heritage of Rio de Janeiro on a small group walking tour through Little Africa. Discover the historical sites that highlight the struggles and resilience of African Brazilians in their journey to shape the nationâs identity.
Uncover the African heritage of Rio de Janeiro on a small group walking tour through Little Africa. Discover the historical sites that highlight the struggles and resilience of African Brazilians in their journey to shape the nationâs identity.
- Matriz da Paroquia de Santa Rita - Tour with a decolonial narrative.
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Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN - Internal visit is made.
The New Black Institute - The former cemetery for the enslaved black people. - MUHCAB - Museu da HistĂłria e da Cultura Afro-Brasileira - TerritĂłrio Museum on Afro-Brazilian History and cultureâŠ
- Matriz da Paroquia de Santa Rita - Tour with a decolonial narrative.
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Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN - Internal visit is made.
The New Black Institute - The former cemetery for the enslaved black people. - MUHCAB - Museu da HistĂłria e da Cultura Afro-Brasileira - TerritĂłrio Museum on Afro-Brazilian History and culture in the Gamboa region.
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Cais do Valongo - Internal visit is made.
The Valongo wharf Archeological Site listed by Unesco. - Largo SĂŁo Francisco da Prainha - External visitation.
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Pedra do Sal - External visit is made.
Salt Stone - the birthplace of samba and Candomble religion in Rio. -
Hanging Garden of Valongo - Internal visit is made.
The Hanging Valongo Garden - A witness of the Slavery market in Rio.
- All fees and/or taxes included
- Admission to The New Black Institute
- All fees and/or taxes included
- Admission to The New Black Institute
- Lunch
- Tips
- Lunch
- Tips
Little Africa highlights locations significant to the history of Black people in Rio de Janeiro, places that were previously overlooked and silenced. The guided tour includes a decolonial narrative and essential attractions, such as the Valongo Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2017. Over one million enslaved Africans disembarked at this wharf,âŠ
Little Africa highlights locations significant to the history of Black people in Rio de Janeiro, places that were previously overlooked and silenced. The guided tour includes a decolonial narrative and essential attractions, such as the Valongo Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2017. Over one million enslaved Africans disembarked at this wharf, making it the largest slave port in the Americas.
This tour is a journey through the resilience of a people who reinvented themselves in the diaspora, significantly influencing Brazilâs civilizational values, national identity, and culture.
During this experience, you will see and experience:
Afro-Brazilian Heritage;
Afro-Carioca Art;
Afro Cuisine;
Architectural Heritage;
Cultural Awareness.
Little Africa is part of the African Diaspora in the World and the Slave Route, a global UNESCO project. Expand your understanding of ethnic diversity and the fight for equality in Brazil!
- Not recommended for disable people.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.