Tourist Guide Vitória
Vitória is the capital of the Brazilian state of Espírito Santo. Founded in 1551, Vitória is one of the three Brazilian capitals built on islands. It is an archipelago formed by 33 islets and is strategically closely located to major urban centres like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
As Vitória is a port city, its chief economy activity is trade. Earlier an agricultural town, the increased trading spurred the city’s modernization and has made it a major exporter of oil and steel.
The climate is tropical, warm and humid. The annual average temperature is about 27°C. The ideal time to visit is between May and September, when the temperature is the least.
The city is an eclectic mix of Germans, Portuguese and native Americans. With a population of 1,600,000, the locals are mainly employed in the manufacturing and service sectors.
