Rio Grande do Sul - Wikipedia
Rio Grande do Sul is the biggest wine producer in Brazil. Sheep farming in Rio Grande do Sul Soybean plantation in Novo Barreiro. The industrial sector is the largest component of GDP at 43%, followed by the service sector at 41%. Agriculture represents 16% of GDP (2004).
Rio Grande do Sul | Brazil’s Southernmost State | Britannica
Dec 22, 2024 · Rio Grande do Sul, southernmost estado (state) of Brazil, bordered by the state of Santa Catarina (north), Argentina (west), Uruguay (south), and the Atlantic Ocean (east). The capital of Porto Alegre is the state’s main industrial area and port.
South Region, Brazil - Wikipedia
It includes the states of Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, and Santa Catarina, and covers 576,409.6 square kilometres (222,553.0 sq mi), being the smallest region of the country, occupying only about 6.76% of the territory of Brazil.
Brazil floods: Hundreds of Rio Grande do Sul towns under water - BBC
May 7, 2024 · Heavy rains which caused widespread flooding in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul have left hundreds of towns under water.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in State of Rio Grande do Sul (2025) - Tripadvisor
Things to Do in State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil: See Tripadvisor's 1,570,196 traveler reviews and photos of State of Rio Grande do Sul tourist attractions. Find what to do today or anytime in January. We have reviews of the best places to see in State of Rio Grande do Sul. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
10 Fun Things to Do in Rio Grande do Sul – Discovering ... - NCESC
Mar 12, 2024 · When visiting Rio Grande do Sul, make sure to explore its vibrant cities, each offering a unique blend of history, culture, and urban charm. Start with the vibrant Porto Alegre, the state capital, known for its eclectic architecture, beautiful parks, and lively nightlife.
Rio Grande, Rio Grande do Sul - Wikipedia
Rio Grande (lit. "Great River") is a municipality (município) and one of the oldest cities in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. It was the state capital from 1835 to 1845. It is the most important port city in the state and has one of the most important maritime ports in Brazil.
Rio Grande do Sul travel - Lonely Planet | Brazil, South America
From the forest-covered canyons of the national parks near Cambará do Sul, and cascading river valleys near cozy Brazilian Alpine villages like Gramado, to the stunning Vale dos Vinhedos, where Italian-descended vintners produce emerging New World wines, Rio Grande do Sul defies stereotypical notions of Brazil.
Best of Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul - Travel Channel
Like Argentina and Uruguay, Rio Grande do Sul proudly celebrates its South American cowboy customs, along with a rich Italian and German immigrant heritage. Unlike Brazil’s northern states, it boasts sweeping mountain vistas and cool canyons instead of sultry beaches and tropical Amazonian expanses.
Rio Grande do Sul - Wikitravel
Oct 22, 2024 · Rio Grande do Sul is the southernmost state in Brazil, and borders Uruguay and Argentina.