The Historic Centre of the Town of Olinda, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Brazil, is a vibrant colonial settlement famed for its 16th- and 17th-century architecture. With colorful buildings, Baroque churches, and convents perched on hills, it reflects Portuguese influence and a rich cultural past. Inscribed by UNESCO in 1982, it’s renowned for its well-preserved urban layout and lively traditions, like Carnival. Olinda stands as a captivating showcase of Brazil’s colonial heritage.

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