Porto Velho is the capital of the state of Rondônia, located in the northern region of Brazil.
This city, founded in the year 1914, is known for its rich historical and cultural heritage, as well as its beautiful natural landscapes.
Among the main attractions of Porto Velho are the Madeira-Mamoré tourist complex, where you can visit the old railway that connected the state of Rondônia with Bolivia, as well as the Cultural Market, where you can find handicrafts and typical dishes of the region. region.
Other points of interest include the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception and the Museum of Rondônia.
To get to Porto Velho, it is possible to take direct flights from some Brazilian cities, such as Brasília, Manaus and São Paulo. It is also possible to arrive by bus from nearby cities, such as Rio Branco and Cuiabá. The city has a good road network, which facilitates access to other cities in the region.
Porto Velho is located in a strategic position in the northern region of Brazil, close to the border with Bolivia and surrounded by rivers and tropical forests.
The city is located on the banks of the Madeira River, one of the main tributaries of the Amazon River, and is considered one of the main gateways to the Brazilian Amazon.
See more about the history of Porto Velho
See also information on São Paulo, Brasília, Manaus, Rio Branco y Cuiabá.
