Alvorada

Alvorada is a residential city in the Porto Alegre metropolitan area that includes shopping districts along Avenida Presidente Getúlio Vargas and varied neighborhoods. The town sits on level terrain and serves as a residential hub for workers employed in the nearby capital city.

The municipality was officially established in 1965 as a town, growing from a residential area that developed alongside expanding Porto Alegre. Its growth is linked to the increasing demand for housing in the metropolitan region during the mid-20th century.

The town is known as the 'Capital of Solidarity' because neighbors actively help each other through community networks and grassroots initiatives. You will notice this spirit in how people interact at local shops and community centers throughout different districts.

Many residents commute daily to nearby Porto Alegre for work using regular bus services and main roads. Visitors can easily reach the city using public transportation and major highway connections to surrounding areas.

The town borders four different municipalities and sits at an average elevation of about 17 meters above sea level in a flat region. This geographic location makes it a natural extension of the Porto Alegre metropolitan area.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: 1965

Elevation above the sea: 17 m

Shares border with: Cachoeirinha, Gravataí, Porto Alegre, Viamão

Website: http://alvorada.rs.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -29.99000,-51.08389

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:19