Tourism
Vacaria is located in the Northeast Region of Rio Grande do Sul, near the border with Santa Catarina, between the rivers Pelotas and Antas, in a region called Superb high fields, covered with pine trees.
It was initially inhabited by indians, Crowned and Botocudos. Later, around 1740, there was the colonization of the white man. Earlier, in 1619, the missionary priest Roque Gonzales began the catechesis of the Indians in Rio Grande do Sul that community that was called "The Herding. In 1850, when it was emancipated, it was name of Vacaria. It is characterized by a subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 16 º C.
With about 60 thousand inhabitants, the city's economy is based mainly on the production of grains and fruits.
Main sights:
Rider Cowboy Monument
Located just opposite the San Bernardo Park Hotel the was designed to celebrate the biggest traditional party Southern Brazil, the International Rodeo Vacaria's.
Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Cathedral
Located at Borges de Medeiros, downtown, opposite the main square, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Oliveira is one of the most beautiful houses of worship of the state. By 1930 the church had been rised to the status of cathedral.
Portal of the Rio Grande
The City of Vacaria revitalized the place that already receive many visitors. The work is not completely finished, but it was modified the entry of the county, RS, and the state of Rio Grande do Sul.
Rodeio Crioulo Internacional de Vacaria
Held in even-numbered years is the biggest traditional event Latin America and part of the history of the Rio Grande and the history of gauchos and drovers. Horse Ridings, tournament ties, artistic and cultural competitions, fandangos, national and international shows. A world apart, a city of canvas, in a camp population of healthy coexistence between man and nature.
Capitulina Valley
a permanent conservation area, listed by state decree No. 33127/89 is one of the last remaining intact forest reserves, where there are 30 thousand pine Araucarias, and Tree ferns centuries-containing streams and crystal clear waters. On site there are also two beautiful waterfalls, with 9 and 12m, respectively.
Vacaria Municipal Museum
The Museum features over 600 pieces that represent the culture, the tradition of the region. The part that stands out is Hallmark with the inscription SJ 1692, which should have been left by the Spanish Jesuits, when they passed through here.
