History of the Foundation of Paraíba and João Pessoa The history of the foundation of Paraíba begins long before the arrival of the Portuguese. Before 1500, the Paraíba coast was home to the Potiguara and Tabajara peoples, while the interior was occupied by the Cariri and other groups known as […]
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Main historical landmarks of Pernambuco and Recife
Pernambuco and its capital Recife have a rich history, marked by important events that have shaped not only the region, but also Brazil. Pernambuco and its capital, Recife, have a turbulent history. The history of Recife began in 1537: the King of Portugal divided the large colony into strips of […]

