Porto Calvo, Colonial municipality in Alagoas, Brazil
Porto Calvo is a municipality in the northeastern state of Alagoas, Brazil. The town occupies a coastal region with gentle terrain and is connected to surrounding settlements through regional roads and networks.
The settlement was founded in 1636 when Portuguese colonists developed the region and built a chapel and sugar operations under Cristovao Lins's direction. This establishment was part of the early colonial expansion in northeastern Brazil during the 17th century.
The annual festivals of Nossa Senhora da Apresentacao on November 21 and the Emancipation Day on April 12 bring together local residents.
The best time to visit is during local celebrations when community activity is most visible. Visitors should remember this is a small rural area where access to facilities may be limited.
The name comes from a local legend about an older bald man who constructed a port, which became known as the port of the bald one. This folk story continues to shape how residents understand their town's origins.
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