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Manaus
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Overview
Manaus is the Amazonâs largest city, an incongruous urban metropolis in the middle of the jungle and a major port for seafaring vessels thatâs 932 mile (1500km) from the ocean. The Amazonian rainforest has a population density half that of Mongolia, but the journey there invariably begins in (or passes through) this bustling city. Donât be surprised if you feel a little out of whack.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Jardim Botânico Adolpho Ducke
Manaus
Spanning over 100 sq km, this 'garden' is actually the worldâs largest urban forest. There's a network of five short trails (guides and closed shoesâŚ
Manaus
This gorgeous theater was built at the height of the rubber boom, using European designers, decorators and even raw materials. The original driveway wasâŚ
Manaus
Just beyond Manaus, the warm dark Rio Negro pours into the cool creamy Rio SolimĂľes, but because of differences in temperature, speed and density, theirâŚ
Manaus
Housed in a converted mansion, the Museu AmazĂ´nico has a small but excellent collection of indigenous items and artifacts from around the Amazon, manyâŚ
Manaus
As close as you'll get to experiencing a real Amazonian ecosystem on a half-day trip from Manaus, this 9000-acre park has flooded forests, giant waterâŚ
Manaus
Manausâ best beach has fine white sand and tea-colored water, and can be coupled with a visit to the Museu do Seringal for a nice city escape. Like allâŚ
Mercado Municipal Adolfo Lisboa
Manaus
Manaus' historic city market was inaugurated in 1882, a downscaled replica of Paris' famed Les Halles market. Safe and bustling, the central building hasâŚ
Museu do Seringal Vila ParaĂso
Manaus
Located on the grounds of a former rubber-baron estate, this museum includes tours of the historic townhouse, a replica rubber-tapper shack and smokehouseâŚ
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Lonely Plan-it: How to float down the Amazon and enjoy memorable meals around Manaus, BrazilOct 3, 2023 ⢠8 min read
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