Vasco da Gama is a neighborhood of

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. It is named after the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama. It was founded in 1998, which was the centenary year of professional football club Vasco da Gama's foundation.

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Neighbourhoods in Rio de Janeiro (city) {{RiodeJaneiro-geo-stub