Olinda
Olinda is a municipality in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil, located on the Atlantic coast just north of Recife and part of the Recife metropolitan area. It was founded in 1535 by Duarte Coelho and is among the oldest cities in the country, with a long colonial history that shaped its urban and cultural development.
The Historic Centre of Olinda was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 for its well-preserved
Olinda is renowned for its cultural traditions, especially during Carnival, when bonecos gigantes (giant puppets) and
Key landmarks within the historic center include the Alto da Sé, where the Cathedral of Olinda stands,
As of the latest estimates, Olinda has around 400,000 residents. The local economy is driven by tourism,