Pernambuco is a state located in North-Eastern Brazil. Of further eight states in the Northeastern region, Pernambuco is the one with the second strongest economy.

The surrounding countryside is shaped by the architecture of the colonial era. Impressive churches, elaborately designed monuments and historic canonry, that still point towards the ocean, have been preserved over the centuries. The history of Pernambuco's inhabitants shows their bravery and courage, making the country so special today.

For that reason many of them decided to settle in the newly occupied areas and found work in Pernambuco's huge sugar cane factories. The settlement of Olinda grew and evolved into a beautiful large city. During the colonial era the Brazilian province staged rebellious martial disputes between societies such as Jesuits, Franciscans or Carmelites, who constantly battled and even reigned over parts of Pernamuco.
Pernambuco experienced such a strong economic success through the export of sugar can, that it slowly caught the Dutch's attention. In 1630 they invaded the Portuguese settlement and subsequently occupied it. Shortly after the Dutch burned down the beautiful city of Olinda and announced Recife as their main base. Yet, the city of Olinda was completely rebuilt in the years thereafter.
The Dutch baron Maurits von Nassau-Siegen reigned over Pernambuco for 24 years. His regime resulted in many cultural institutions. Even the marshes and isles were made habitable by the Dutch baron through the construction of channels. Baron Maurits put a lot of effort into the maintenance of social structures. Unlike the Portuguese he tried to win the South-American Indians' respect and trust. However, he constantly feared to be attacked, hence started his own attack against Salvador in 1638, only to be defeated in the end.
Three years after his failure he succeeded in expanding the territory he reigned. However, the baron was not a man of economics, but rather a war emperor. Due to his uneconomical regime he returned to Holland in 1644 and consequently left Pernambuco's administration.
Riots emerged and the Pernambuco's population revolted against the regime. The Portuguese took advantage of the situation and won back their territory. They showed a very strong side and proved courage and bravery. The Portuguese governors took the region back to an economic high. A stable system and a good export economy led to the flourishing of the Brazilian province of Pernambuco. Many artists, scientists and architects filled the settlements and cities with elaborately designed buildings and beautiful landscapes.

A distinct part of Brazilian culture attracts thousands of people each year. Olinda's carnival still revives traditional dances such as the Frevo ort he Maracuta dance that are shown during stylish shows. However, not only the carnival delights with its festivities.