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Rio de Janeiro’s architecture is a vibrant blend of colonial heritage, modernist innovation, and contemporary design, reflecting the city’s diverse cultural and historical influences. Iconic colonial buildings like the Paço Imperial coexist with the modernist landmarks of Oscar Niemeyer, such as the Museum of Contemporary Art in Niterói, and urban landscapes shaped by Burle Marx’s innovative garden designs. The city’s architecture harmonizes with its natural surroundings, incorporating lush vegetation, dramatic topography, and coastal views, creating a unique synergy between built and natural environments that define its global appeal.
The Niterói Contemporary Art Museum (MAC Niterói) is one of Oscar Niemeyer’s most notable works. Completed in 1996, the museum merges modernist principles with a sculptural sensibility. Located on a…
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