rio1565.com City of the Bay A Portuguese port — where Rio de Janeiro rose against French foes. The pulse of Brazil’s coastal crown. A timestamp of settlement, sovereignty, and seaside ascent. Rio de Janeiro — Portuguese Foundation (1565) This vault honours the founding of Rio by Estácio de Sá, securing Brazil’s coast. Within its glow lies bay, battle, and the pulse of sovereignty. A sanctuary of settlement, seaside, and sovereign city.