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Porto Alegre Population: 1,446, 777 inhabitants (IBGE/2009) Climate: Humid subtropical with four well-defined seasons Airport: Porto Alegre, Brazil - Salgado Filho Airport (POA) Geography: Porto Alegre is encircled by 72 km of the Guaíba lakeshore. It has some flat areas but is encircled by 40 hills covering 65% of its area. It has the largest rural zone of Brazilian capitals, with a significant production of fruit and vegetables. Ethnic groups: Populated by descendents from more than 20 ethnic groups, Porto Alegre is characterized by pluralism formed mainly from Portuguese, German and Italian immigrants. Located at the geographical center of Mercosur, equidistant from the capitals of Argentina and Uruguay and the cities of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre finds itself in a strategic and privileged position. Porto Alegre is a symbol of cultural diversity and interaction with nature. It is a joyful and hospitable city. With several options for cultural, historical, gastronomic, shopping and leisure tours it is possible to discover the city that has the body of a metropolis, a cosmopolitan spirit and a provincial soul. Therefore, Porto Alegre is not only an ideal place to be visited, but an excellent destination for business tourism. The city has demonstrated an excellent structure for hosting events of all sizes. The tourists are well served and perceived the quality of the products and services they consume, like lodging and transportation. |