Conservation of the Valongo (Imperatriz) Wharf Archaeological Site

19th Century

Cultural Heritage Center, U.S. Department of State
United States

The Valongo Wharf is a tangible record of the largest port of landing of enslaved Africans in the Americas. This project includes the conservation of the wharf’s surviving stone pavements, structural reinforcement of walls and foundations, and other measures recommended by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for this World Heritage site.

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Title: Conservation of the Valongo (Imperatriz) Wharf Archaeological Site
Date Created: 19th Century
Location Created: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Rights: Institute for Development and Management (IDG)

Cultural Heritage Center, U.S. Department of State

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