The embalmed heart of Emperor Pedro I, who declared Brazil's independence from Portugal, is being exhibited at the Itamaraty Palace in Brasilia. The formaldehyde-soaked organ, kept in an urn, was transferred on loan from Porto, Portugal to Brasilia to celebrate Brazil’s declaration of independence 200 years ago.

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