Porto Alegre, Brazil: A Riverside Gem 🌉🇧🇷

Porto Alegre, where five rivers converge into a vast lake, is one of Brazil’s key ports, industrial hubs, and wealthiest cities. After crossing from Uruguay, I spent a few days exploring its historic center—here’s what to do: 🏛️ Must-Visit Spots (All Walkable!) 1️⃣ Catedral Metropolitana de Porto ⛪ – A stunning neo-Gothic cathedral. 2️⃣ Praça Marechal Deodoro – The cathedral’s square, featuring a multi-faced sculpture (perfect for photos!). 3️⃣ Praça da Alfândega (Customer Square) – Chill on benches and admire historic buildings & statues. 4️⃣ Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana (CCMQ) 🎨 – A pink-hued cultural center with: 5th floor: Wish wall covered in notes ✨. 6th-floor rooftop: Panoramic views of the white Basílica Nossa Senhora das Dores ⛪. 5️⃣ Basílica Nossa Senhora das Dores – The church you spotted from CCMQ! 6️⃣ Orla do Guaíba 🌅 – Lakeside promenade for sunsets and glimpses of Estádio Beira-Rio stadium 🏟️. 🌟 Why Visit? Compact & walkable historic core. Free cultural gems (like CCMQ’s rooftop!). Laid-back lakeside vibes—ideal for sunset strolls. #GlobeTrotting #SeeTheWorld #Brazil #SouthAmerica #TravelDiaries