Walking through the Historic Center of Porto Alegre: a virtual tour of emblematic points
Join me on a virtual walk through the Historic Center of Porto Alegre, visiting points that narrate the rich history of the capital of Rio Grande do Sul. The journey begins at Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana, on Rua dos Andradas, an old hotel that now houses a library, bookstores and cafes, in an environment that celebrates culture and letters.
We continue to Praça da Alfândega, flanked by historic buildings such as the Rio Grande do Sul Art Museum (MARGS) and the Rio Grande do Sul Historical Archive. MARGS, with its modernist architecture, holds a collection of more than 10 thousand works of art, while the Historical Archive preserves documents dating back to the colonial period, telling the saga of the Gaucho people.
At Esquina Democrática, the stage for important political and social debates, history pulses around every corner. Avenida Borges de Medeiros, with its imposing buildings and vibrant commerce, takes us to the Otávio Rocha Viaduct, one of the largest stone viaducts in the world, a symbol of the city's engineering and strength.
Along the route, enjoy aerial images that reveal the beauty and grandeur of the Historic Center, with its red roofs, the green of the parks and the grandeur of Guaíba in the background.
Relevant data:
The Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana receives around 1 million visitors per year.
MARGS has one of the most important art collections in Brazil, with works by renowned artists such as Tarsila do Amaral and Di Cavalcanti.
The Rio Grande do Sul Historical Archive holds more than 5 million documents, including letters, maps and photographs.
Avenida Borges de Medeiros is considered one of the main commercial streets in Porto Alegre.
The Otávio Rocha Viaduct is 580 meters long and 70 meters high.
Curiosities:
The Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana was built in 1911 and was originally a hotel called "Grande Hotel".
MARGS was opened in 1957 and is considered one of the main modern art museums in Brazil.
The Rio Grande do Sul Historical Archive was founded in 1895 and is the largest public archive in the state.
Avenida Borges de Medeiros was named in honor of a 19th century politician from Rio Grande do Sul.
The Otávio Rocha Viaduct was built in 1928 and is one of the main tourist attractions in Porto Alegre.
Additional Information:
We hope you enjoy this virtual tour and get inspired to get to know the historical and cultural richness of the Historic Center of Porto Alegre up close!
Monday, 02 p.m.
July 25, 2022
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