The charming Brazilian city of Natal is the capital of the state of Rio Grande do Norte . The unofficial name of "The City of the Sun" fully reflects one of its main features - an amazing sunny climate. Indeed, the sun shines here almost all year round. A wide choice of picturesque beaches makes Natal a popular holiday destination among fans of water activities.
The city was founded by Portuguese immigrants on December 25, 1599. The day of its foundation miraculously coincided with one of the most significant religious holidays in Portugal - Christmas. It was decided to name the new city in honor of the holiday: in translation from Portuguese Natal means "Christmas". The permanent population of the modern city is more than 800 000 people, a significant part of the locals is engaged in tourism.
The tourist sector remains one of the main economic spheres of the city, therefore its visitors are provided with all the favorable conditions. Natal is one of the few cities in the country that has managed to retain its authentic national charm. Since its foundation, the city had developed quite slowly, its active urbanization was triggered less than a hundred years ago. During the Second World War, a large air base was established in the city. Only after the end of hostilities, there have been some changes in the life of Natal.
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