Memorial Coluna Prestes

The Amazon


Housed in a curious white tubular structure near Palacio Araguaia, the Memorial Coluna Prestes tells the life story of Captain Luis Carlos Prestes, who led 1500 rebel soldiers against the military dictatorship in 1924. The 25,000km march lasted three years and is credited with helping bring democracy to Brazil, especially its long-isolated interior.


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