Porto Alegre
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Porto Alegre, founded in 1769, serves as the capital of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The city's location on the Guaíba Lake, where five rivers converge, has fostered its development as a significant port. It is known for pioneering participatory budgeting and hosting international events like the World Social Forum.
Statistics
Area
496.83 km²
Population
1,388,794