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São Luís: the street plan as a surviving structure

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Published: 22 Oct 2026 16:11 · Updated: 22 Oct 2026 16:11

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São Luís preserves a rectangular street grid and many historic buildings. Its history includes French foundation, Dutch occupation and Portuguese rule.

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São Luís preserves a rectangular street grid and many historic buildings. Its history includes French foundation, Dutch occupation and Portuguese rule. [1]

Compare the enduring grid with changes to individual buildings. A preserved plan does not date every facade to the same moment. Urban structure and architectural appearance can carry different layers of evidence.

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  1. [1] Historic Centre of São Luís - UNESCO World Heritage Centre ↗