Rio de Janeiro Named First-Ever World Capital of Architecture

Rio de Janeiro has been selected by UNESCO as the World Capital of Architecture for 2020, becoming the first city ever to receive the recognition from the organization. The World Capital of Architecture initiative was created in conjunction between UNESCO and the International Union of Architects (UIA), who began their partnership last fall in an attempt to protect architectural heritage and support the development of culture, science and trade globally. Under its new title, the Brazilian city w...