Pintada in Rio Grande do Sul
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Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

The Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul is one of the largest federal universities in Brazil. It is almost completely located in Porto Alegre, with four campuses (Campus Centro, Campus Saúde, Campus Olímpico and Campus do Vale), some isolated buildings (e.g. the Business School and the Institute of Arts) and some isolated units in other cities. UFRGS is among the best Brazilian universities, and has one of the greatest numbers of scientific publications.

Located at -30.0324, -51.2193 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Science and technology in Brazil, Educational institutions established in 1895, Universities and colleges in Porto Alegre, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, 1895 establishments in Brazil

Jacuí River

The Jacuí River is a river in Rio Grande do Sul state of southern Brazil. The Jacuí empties into the Guaíba River, an estuarine arm of the Lagoa dos Patos, a large coastal lagoon connected to the Atlantic Ocean. The Jacuí River, known as 'Rio Jacuí' in Portuguese, has its origins in the highlands east of Passo Fundo. From there it flows south and then east for nearly 300 miles. The Taquari, Caí, Sinos, and Gravataí rivers merge into the Jacuí near its mouth.

Located at -30.0328, -51.2461 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
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Rivers of Rio Grande do Sul

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre (in Portuguese Health Sciences Federal University of Porto Alegre, UFCSPA in shorthand) is a federal institution of higher education and research on health sciences located in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Founded in 1961, UFCSPA has today ten faculties: Biomedicine, Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Pharmacy, Toxicology, Gastronomy and Speech therapy.

Located at -30.0316, -51.2205 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Universities and colleges in Porto Alegre, Schools of medicine in Brazil, Education in Rio Grande do Sul, Educational institutions established in 1961

Gigantinho

The Gigantinho ("Little Giant" in Portuguese) is a sports arena in Porto Alegre, Brazil. The sixth largest arena in the country, it was opened on 4 November 1973. It is located in the riverside Beira-Rio complex of Sport Club Internacional, next to the "Gigante" ("Giant") stadium. Covering 7,200 square meters, the arena includes an indoor football pitch. The capacity of the gym is 12,864 people for games and 14,586 for concerts. Eleven cabins are set aside for the press.

Located at -30.0644, -51.2342 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Indoor arenas in Brazil, Sports venues in Rio Grande do Sul

Port of Porto Alegre

The Port of Porto Alegre is a riverport located in Guaíba Lake in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It is connected to Downtown Porto Alegre. Superintendência de Portos e Hidrovias (SPH) was established to manage and distribute cargoes throughout the State of Rio Grande do Sul. To assure effective operations, SPH seeks to provide modern infrastructure and technological support to the Port of Porto Alegre.

Located at -30.0175, -51.2283 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Transport in Brazil

Marinha do Brasil Park

Marinha do Brasil Park is an urban park located in the city of Porto Alegre, the state capital of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It was inaugurated in December 9, 1978, on 70,7 hectares of city-owned land. It is located in Praia de Belas neighbourhood.

Located at -30.0569, -51.2322 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Parks and gardens in Porto Alegre, Protected areas established in 1978

Farroupilha Park

Farroupilha Park (Parque Farroupilha in Portuguese), also known as Parque da Redenção, is a major urban park in the city of Porto Alegre, the state capital of Rio Grande do Sul, in Brazil. The park was designed by French architect Alfred Agache and founded in September 19, 1935. Near to the Centro Histórico (Historic Centre), Farroupilha Park is located within a polygon formed by José Bonifácio, João Pessoa, Luiz Englert, Setembrina and Osvaldo Aranha Avenues.

Located at -30.0367, -51.2158 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Parks and gardens in Porto Alegre

Porto Alegre Public Market

The Porto Alegre Public Market, in downtown Porto Alegre, Brazil, is the City's oldest public market. It also is an important Historic Landmark and a well known meeting point, with many coffee shops and restaurants. The cornerstone was laid on August 29, 1864, building over an earlier and smaller market. Frederico Heydtmann designed the building, but his plan was substantially altered and enlarged. The inauguration took place on October 3, 1869.

Located at -30.0275, -51.2281 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Buildings and structures in Porto Alegre, Retail markets in Brazil, Visitor attractions in Porto Alegre