Petr贸polis
Imperial mountain retreat of Brazilian royalty
Overview
The summer retreat of Emperor Pedro II, Petr贸polis preserves Brazil's imperial history in a cool mountain setting. The Museu Imperial houses the crown jewels, while German-influenced architecture lines tree-shaded streets. Just 70km from Rio, it offers respite from summer heat.
Highlights
- Museu Imperial and crown jewels
- Crystal Palace
- Bohemian neighborhood Quarteir茫o
- Quitandinha Palace
- Cathedral with imperial tombs
Getting There
Nearby City
70 km away (NaN hours)
Location
Coordinates: -22.5112, -43.1779
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