Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading

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The Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a stunning cultural and historical landmark, renowned for its magnificent neo-Manueline architecture. Established in 1837 by a group of Portuguese immigrants, this library houses the largest and most valuable collection of Portuguese literature outside Portugal. The interior is adorned with intricate woodwork, stained glass, and decorative elements that evoke the grandeur of Portugal’s Age of Discoveries. The library not only serves as a repository of over 350,000 volumes, including rare books and manuscripts, but also as a vibrant cultural hub, regularly hosting literary events, exhibitions, and lectures.

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