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PHOTOGRAPHERS: 1. Landform as a landmark: the Pao the Açucar is one of the most distinctive landmarks of Rio de Janeiro. (Freddy Hedberg) 2. Dimension as a landmark: the gigantic statue of Cristo Redentor (P. Landowski, 1929-31) towers over Rio de Janeiro. (Christopher Howells)

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3. Singularity as a landmark: the lifeguard tower interrupts the linearity of the horizon in Praia do Cassino, Sao José du Norte, RS. (Christopher Howells) 4. Built form as a landmark: this blue house in Pelotas, RS, stands out both for its colour and the luxuriant vegetation before its façade. (Sebastian Baran)


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