Museu Militar do Forte de Brum (Military Museum of Fort Brum), Recife
Military Museum of Fort Brum is located within the Fort of Brum, known before as Forte do Bom Jesus. It was built in the 16th century to protect Recife from pirate attacks. Later here was built the St. John the Baptist Brum Chapel that gave the name to the fort as well. Now it houses a military museum that shows an interesting collection of guns, pictures and documents, mostly featuring the participation of Brazil in World War II. The structure is also a local landmark.
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Sight Name: Museu Militar do Forte de Brum (Military Museum of Fort Brum)
Sight Location: Recife, Brazil (See walking tours in Recife)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Recife, Brazil (See walking tours in Recife)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Recife, Brazil
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Recife Introduction Walking Tour
In addition to the many rivers, bridges and peninsulas making up most of what's unique about Recife, the main city of the Brazilian state Pernambuco is also famous for its historic downtown area originated in the 16th century. Follow this orientation walk and learn about the past and present of this exiting destination!
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles