Fortaleza, Life's a Beach...!
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Life’s a beach...! Well, at least whilevisiting Brazil’s north coastand in particular the floundering metropolis of Fortaleza.Considering the harsh conditions of the sertão– the vast barren hinterlands of the Atlantic coast – the position of such a large city as Fortaleza is surprising to say the least.Most visitors of Fortaleza are attracted by the resort-like vibe and head to the beach and into the nightlifestraight away after leaving the plane or bus. |
While officially founded in the 18th century, today there is not much history left in Fortaleza. High rise apartment buildings, long boulevards along the beach and open-air cafés make Fortaleza a modern city.
‘The Miami of the North’ is an excellent starting point for exploring the beautiful northern beaches and interesting inland of the state of Ceara.
In 2014, Fortaleza was a host city of
FIFA World Cup Brazil
.More info on other host cities of 2014 FIFA World Cup