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historic place

[hɪˈstɔːrɪk pleɪs]
nounpl: historic places
local histórico
1. A location or site that has significant historical importance and is often preserved or protected for its cultural, archaeological, or architectural value
The historic place was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
O local histórico foi designado como Patrimônio Mundial da UNESCO.
2. A building, monument, or area that bears witness to important historical events or periods
Many tourists visit this historic place to learn about the Civil War.
Muitos turistas visitam este local histórico para aprender sobre a Guerra Civil.
Synonyms
historical sitehistoric sitelandmarkmonumentheritage site
Antonyms
modern placecontemporary site

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
local histórico
Most common usage in Brazil
Brazil
sítio histórico
Alternative term, often used for larger areas or archaeological sites
Portugal
local de interesse histórico
More formal or descriptive usage in Portuguese Portuguese
Portugal
monumento histórico
Common alternative in Portugal for historical monuments

Related Idioms & Phrases

steeped in history
a piece of history
historical significance
preserve for posterity
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