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9 Instagram spots around Manaus

In Manaus, the riverfront and the historic centre offer very different subjects. These ideas pair buildings from the city’s past with views of the water.

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Teatro Amazonas

The pink theatre has a multicoloured dome above its white-trimmed façade. Compose a wide view from Largo São Sebastião, then isolate the dome against the sky.

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Largo São Sebastião

Black and white paving forms a wave pattern on the square by the theatre. Lower the camera to make the pavement a foreground leading towards the buildings.

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Church of São Sebastião

The church faces Largo São Sebastião and combines a Gothic tower with a classical pediment. Try a vertical composition that includes both features.

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Mercado Municipal Adolpho Lisboa

The market near the Rio Negro has ironwork and glass in its historic pavilions. Look for a close architectural detail, and ask before photographing vendors or their goods.

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Paço da Liberdade

The former municipal building houses the Museum of the City of Manaus. Frame the exterior as a whole, then look for a smaller detail of its façade.

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Praça Dom Pedro II

This tree-lined square near the city museum has a bandstand and fountain. Use the greenery to frame one of them without crowding the entire square into the image.

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Palacete Provincial

The former provincial building now contains museums and stands by Praça Heliodoro Balbi. A wider street view can show the building in relation to the square.

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Ponta Negra waterfront

Ponta Negra is a riverside beach and leisure area. Use the line where the sand meets the water to give a landscape photograph depth.

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Meeting of the Waters

The Rio Negro meets the Solimões near Manaus, and the two waters show contrasting colours. A boat view can include both tones; check conditions with the operator before booking.

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