The Brazilian state of Pernambuco lies in the northeast of the country, bathed by the South Atlantic Ocean in the east. Pernambuco shares borders with the states of Alagoas, Bahia, Ceará, Paraíba and Piauí.
The live camera streams around Pernambuco and the capital, Recife, will show its beautiful coastal city with wonderful beaches, rivers, islands, and peninsulas. The modern and lively vibe of the city blends with its fascinating history, especially in the Old Recife area. Among the many attractions in Recife is "Sinagoga Kahal zur Israel", the first and oldest synagogue in the "New World", established in 1636.
The city of Olinda, just north of Recife, is one of the oldest cities in Brazil, with its historic centre declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Population: approximately 9,6 million people
Capital: Recife
Other major cities: Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Olinda, Caruaru
Main attractions: Recife, Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park, beaches in Recife, Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Ipojuca and Itamaracá
Airports: Recife/Guararapes – Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC) (Aeroporto Internacional do Recife/Guararapes – Gilberto Freyre); Petrolina / Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ - Aeroporto de Petrolina / Senador Nilo Coelho)
