Pernambuco · Brazil
In the state of Pernambuco.
In the photo: View of Olinda's historic center from Alto da Sé
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
The city
Olinda brings together slopes, churches, historic houses and viewpoints in a historic center that invites walking. Alto da Sé offers the view between the city and the sea, while Carmo, São Bento and Ribeira form a cultural circuit. Plan breaks on the climbs and explore the area without hurry.
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The local experience
Alto da Sé is a landmark of Olinda's historic center, with the cathedral and views over the casario, the sea and Recife. It's a stop to take in the landscape and understand the city's position on the hills.
The São Bento complex is an important landmark of Olinda's religious architecture. The façade and surroundings are part of the historic circuit, and the interior houses elements of sacred art when available for visit.
The Igreja do Carmo stands out in Olinda's landscape and is part of the group of churches in the historic center. The façade and the square area can be appreciated on a walk around the surroundings.
Mercado da Ribeira is part of the cultural circuit of Olinda's historic center. The building and the presence of handicrafts bring the visit closer to the architecture and local artistic expressions.