Serra Gaúcha
The Serra Gaúcha is a mountainous region in the northeast of the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul.
The area was settled down many German and Italian immigrants. In the cities of this region, the German and Italian influence, for example, reflected in the architecture and cuisine.
The first Germans arrived in 1824, the Italians in 1875. During the Germans settled in the lower areas, the Italians inhabited the Highlands.
The settlements of the Germans give the impression of being in a typical German village. Some residents still speak German or their dialect Riograndenser Hunsrückisch.
The Italians brought from their home winemaking, which is still maintained, with. The city of Caxias do Sul celebrates this heritage with the Festa da Uva.
- Geography (Brazil )
- Geography (Rio Grande do Sul )