Key Information: Tour Duration: 1
- 7
day(s) Group Size: 1
- 40
people Destination(s):Brazil Specialty Categories:Cultural Journey Season: January - December Airfare Included: No Tour Customizable: No Minimum Per Person Price: 550 US Dollar (USD) Maximum Per Person Price: 550 US Dollar (USD)
The capital of Rio Grande do Sul, lies on the eastern bank of the Guaiba River at the point where the water flows into the enormous Lagoa dos Patos. This lake gives Porto Alegre a fresh water port. The city was founded in 1755 by the Portuguese to keep the Spanish out, but iy was never a colonial city. The city just started to grow in 20th century when a lot of German and Italian immigrants settled down in this area.
This European background can be seen in its gastronomy and architecture making Porto Alegre, an exciting city to enjoy and discover. Close to it you can also visit the wonderful mountain towns of Gramado and Canela, another fascinating experience of its own.
