During the late 18th century and most of the 19th century, the region where today stands the district of Gamboa was one of the favorite places of Rio's aristocracy.
The proximity of the sea, the port, and the natural beauty. Besides the tranquility of the location attracted people with a lot of purchasing power to the Gamboa region.
As of the end of the 19th century, Gamboa lost its status. During this period, the aristocracy began to occupy the neighborhoods of Catete, Glória, Flamengo, Botafogo, and Laranjeiras, fleeing the proximity to the port - which used to be an attraction.
In 1763 the healthy slaves arrived in "Rio de Janeiro" Rj - Brazil, and went directly to the sales sheds, while the sick slaves landed where today is Gamboa, near the City of Samba. There was a lazareto, a small hospital where these blacks were treated.
"With the end of the Canudos War, in 1897, Gamboa, through a State incentive, received a large number of soldiers who fought in this battle. These men, with their families, began to occupy the area.
Gamboa is today considered one of the most important regions for black culture in Brazil.
as a place of strength and resistance.
Pic - dhani borger
