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Rio de Janeiro

Casa França-Brasil

Art exhibits in historic building

Rua Visconde de Itaboraí, 78
Centro
Rio de Janeiro, RJ 20010-060

Nearest Train: Uruguaiana

Phone: +55 21 22535366

Fax: +55 21 22535366

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This cultural centre, Brazil's first neo-classical building, was built in 1820. Designed by French architect Grandjean de Montigny, it started as an indoor market. Today, it is home to different exhibitions reflecting the cultural relationship between France and Brazil, through exhibits that include painting, photography, prints and sculpture. Entry is free. There is also a restaurant on the premises.

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