Today, an amazing street Goncalo de Carvalho is a landmark of national importance. In 2005, it was threatened with destruction. It was decided to build a shopping center not far from the street. Mighty trees were detaining from construction. Local residents asked the city authorities to keep the old street and its trees. Now this place is one of the most visited city attractions.
Goncalo de Carvalho is officially recognized as the greenest street in the world. Today some trees reach 20 meters in height. The street is especially beautiful in late spring. When trees bloom, their branches are decorated with huge buds of rich yellow color. When the petals fall on the road, the place looks like an illustration to a fairy tale. Goncalo de Carvalho Street became a real pride for the people of Porto Alegre.
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