Fortaleza
Fortaleza is a city in north-eastern Brazil on the Atlantic Ocean. It is the capital of the state of Ceará and its metropolitan area is home to 4 million people. The city is known for its textile, food and refining industries. Beaches such as Praia do Futuro are worth seeing, as are landmarks like the Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção. The climate is tropical, with temperatures ranging from 23°C to 31°C. The best time to visit is between July and December, when rainfall is lower.
