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The Memorial of Latin America

Filed under: Brazil General - January 8th, 2005

For those of you interested in learning more about Brazilian culture and Brazilian history, Sao Paulo is the city to visit. Sao Paulo is rich with cultural attractions, museums, and libraries.

In this picture you see the Memorial of Latin America which was founded in 1988.The Memorial grounds are filled with Latin American artwork and sculptures. The most impressive of which is a giant hand known as Mao. This hand stands 23 feet (7 meters) high with an open palm dripping blood, which symbolizes the contrast of peoples lives throughout Latin America.