The State of Espírito Santo
The remarkable advantages of the Capixaba territory
The capital of the state of Espírito Santo, Vitória, the third oldest in Brazil, is almost 500 years old. Its history is told through forts, churches, stairways and eclectic constructions recalling the beginning of the XVI century. They are integrated to a natural scenery environment that do not clash with the modernity of one of the most important port complex in this country.
International famous beaches to the South, natural preservation areas to the North, mountain tourism to the West, unique handcrafts and incomparable cuisine are offered to the tourists.
This is a summary of advantages that make the City of Vit ria a great place to live, work and invest:
- The largest iron ore pelletizing complex
- The largest coffee grain export company
- The largest steel slabs exporter
- The largest industrial plant for cellulose production
- The Largest exporter of granite
- Largest exporter of marble
- GDP growth is greater than the national average for over 20 years
- The largest granite producer and exporter
- The largest marble producer and exporter
- The largest cellulose export seaport terminal
- GDP per capita of R$ 10.2 mil
- It is responsible for 51% of general cargo exported through the country
- Second largest petroleum bay
- Second largest petroleum producer
- Second largest gas chain and petroleum producer