Imperial Museum of Brazil - Brasil
| Palácio Imperial de Petrópolis | |
|---|---|
Petrópolis Imperial Palace | |
| General information | |
| Town or city | Rio de Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil |
| Construction started | 1845 |
The Museu Imperial de Petrópolis is a museum situated in the historic center of Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is housed in the former summer palace of the emperor Dom Pedro II (1831-1889), built in 1845.
The museum includes the palace itself and a temporary exhibition hall dedicated to contemporary art. It is one of the most visited museums in the country.
Gallery
Last portrait of Dom Pedro I
Brazilian Imperial Crown
Speech from the Throne
Imperial Carriage
Media related to Museu Imperial at Wikimedia Commons
- Museu Imperial de Petrópolis (Portuguese)