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São Luís, Maranhão / 8 photo spots

8 Instagram spots around São Luís, Maranhão

São Luís, the capital of Maranhão in northeastern Brazil, combines a historic centre with a coastal lagoon. These photo ideas move between tiled streets, public buildings and the waterfront.

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Praça dos Poetas

Praça dos Poetas in the historic centre pays tribute to writers from Maranhão. Show the square in its setting, then look for details connected with its literary theme.

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Rua do Giz

Rua do Giz runs through the historic centre among old townhouses. A view along the street gives the façades depth; a tighter crop lets their details stand out.

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Rua Portugal

Rua Portugal is a historic commercial street in the Praia Grande area. Look along the row of façades for a perspective that shows how the buildings relate to the street.

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Beco Catarina Mina

The stepped Beco Catarina Mina lies in Praia Grande. Use the stone stairway as a leading line and leave room for the surrounding buildings.

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Palácio dos Leões

The government palace faces the Bay of São Marcos. Photograph the exterior from an appropriate public viewpoint, using the open setting to give the building context.

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Palácio de La Ravardière

The Palácio de La Ravardière houses the municipal government beside the Palácio dos Leões. Compare a full exterior view with a closer architectural detail.

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Teatro Arthur Azevedo

The Teatro Arthur Azevedo retains a neoclassical exterior in central São Luís. A frontal view can emphasize the structure; check the venue’s photo rules before taking pictures inside.

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Lagoa da Jansen

Lagoa da Jansen is a lagoon area in São Luís. Use the shoreline as a foreground and include the water to contrast this view with the dense streets of the centre.

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