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Manaus is the capital and largest city of the state of Amazonas in the northwestern part of Brazil, situated in the Amazon rainforest.

• The city was founded in 1669 by the Portuguese as a fortified settlement against the Spanish invasion.

• Manaus was the capital of the Rio Negro Province from 1821 to 1837 and then became the capital of the Amazonas Province in 1837.

• The city's ancient rubber boom in the late 19th and early 20th centuries brought significant growth and prosperity to the city, earning the nickname 'The Paris of the Amazon'.

• Manaus was a major hub for the export of rubber, Brazil nuts, and other Amazonian products during that period.

• Manaus is home to the world's largest Meeting of the Waters, a natural phenomenon where the dark waters of the Rio Negro flow alongside the light waters of the Rio Solimões, creating a striking visual effect.

• The city hosts the annual Amazonas Festival, a celebration of Amazonian culture, music, and food that attracts thousands of visitors each year.

• The iconic Teatro Amazonas opera house, built during the rubber boom, is one of the most beautiful and ornate buildings in the Amazon region.

• The city has a vast network of bike paths and walkways, known as 'Boa Vista', a popular spot for locals and tourists alike.

• The city has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F), making it one of the warmest cities in Brazil.

• Manaus is the only city in the world where you can find both the Amazon rainforest and the Atlantic Ocean within its borders.

• The city's Madeira River, which flows through its center, is the largest tributary of the Amazon River, accounting for approximately 15% of its total flow.

• The government of Manaus has implemented several initiatives to reduce the city's carbon footprint and promote sustainable development, including the use of renewable energy and eco-friendly transportation systems.

• Amazon Theatre

• Museu da Amazônia - MUSA

• Palácio Rio Negro

• Coco Bambu Manaus

• Restaurante Banzeiro Manaus

• Tambaqui de Banda