In 1534, Duarte Coelho, to whom the Portuguese king donated the capitany of Pernambuco, founded the cities of Recife and Olinda, which would have ever since an important role in the Brazilian History.Duarte Coelho started the plantation of sugar cane and the production of white sugar, much popular in Europe; the cane was the anchor of the Brazilian economy for several decades.Between 1630 and 1654, the region was controlled by the Dutch, who promoted several changes in the city, which have traces until today.The decadence of the sugar and the impact of slavery abolition caused Pernambuco to participate of the several secessionist rebelions which occurred in the region.Pernambuco and Recife were an important regional center; other states north of Pernambuco had in Recife a commercial post.
Pernambuco is located near to The Atlantic, in the northwest part of Brazil. This State played an important part in the history of Brazil, particularly, during The XVII Century, in the period of the sugar cane. Its current population is: 7.918.344 hab.Pernambuco has a privileged geographic position, in terms of its proximity to Europe; such fact makes this State an entrance for international tourism. The State possesses many folkloric expressions, like its dances and different rhythms (maracatu, cuadrilla, ciranda and fandango). The capital city of Pernambuco is Recife, a modern city, plenty of high buildings and ample avenues.The ideal period to visit Pernambuco is on February, when the most stimulating carnival of Brazil takes place. This celebration occurs in the streets of Olinda, a colonial city that is placed 7 kilometers from Recife. Eco tourism by boat is recommendable in the zone, specially, through the archipelago and The Marine National Park of Fernando de Noronha.
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