Bonsucesso is a neighborhood in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with a population of about 18,000. The name, formerly also spelt Bomsucesso, may be translated with "good luck."
Bonsucesso
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Coordinates: 22°51′47″S 43°15′11″W | |
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State | Rio de Janeiro (RJ) |
Municipality/City | Rio de Janeiro |
Zone | North Zone |
Formerly the neighbourhood was known for industry, which has since moved largely to the outskirts of Rio and made place for a more service based economy.
It may be best known for the Bonsucesso Futebol Clube, which dates back to the year 1913.
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