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The Estrada Real ̶ Brazil's Highway Of Gold

In the late 17th century, after Portuguese explorers discovered rich gold deposits far inside Brazil's interior, the King ordered a highway built to transport the precious treasures to the coast. Towns, then cities exploded with miners, slaves, and a new generation of Brazilians of immense wealth. Today we can follow that same road from the coast to towns now recognized as colonial gems.
Season 12 Episode 1207 Length 26:46 Premiere: 07/01/26

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