Cidade Baixa, Porto Alegre

Also, the proximity to the downtown Campus of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) attracts many students, intellectuals and artists.

Settlement in this region, located to the south of the former Altos da Matriz, began at the end of the 18th century when Arvoredo Street was founded.

However, the plans did not materialize, and much of Cidade Baixa remained uninhabited for several years, especially the stretch of the former Areal da Baronesa, between the current streets Venâncio Aires and República.

From that point onwards, urbanization grew, and the neighborhood acquired a bohemian character and started to grow to its current formation.

Cidade Baixa is limited by the Historic District, Praia de Belas, Menino Deus, Azenha and Farroupilha.