Fortaleza is a northern Brazilian City and the capital of Ceara State. The City’s history dates back to the early 1500s though it probably derived its name from the fort built here by the Dutch who were later ousted by locals and the Portuguese after a short occupation of parts of Ceara. The City has an estimated 2 million residents and is one of the key commerce hubs in northern Brazil.

The Weather in Fortaleza:

Fortaleza is a coastal city situated off the Atlantic Ocean. The weather here is fine and sunny at most times of the year. This provides favorable conditions for interstate and overseas visitors, providing an ideal holiday destination at any time.

The Beaches of Fortaleza:

The beaches of Fortaleza are beautiful, not crowded and also serve as entertainment venues with Resorts, Pubs, Nightclubs, Hotels and Theme Parks. Popular beaches include; The Iracema Beach; which features a number of hotels and entertainment spots, and the Beach Park Resort.

Other delights:

You can also indulge yourself in local seafood delicacies which are usually fresh, brought in by local fishermen in their Jangadas (small boats). There are also a number of impressive historic buildings in the city such as; the Iracema Statue and the Palace of Light.