— Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer said: “Curves are the essence of my work because they are the essence of Brazil, pure and simple.” Although he did not design the Mercado Central in my hometown of Fortaleza, one can easily see … Read More

— What does someone do when one lives on the coast? Well, if you live in Fortaleza (northeast coast of Brazil), watching a sunset is a must. Wouldn’t you do the same if you lived there? Fortaleza is known for … Read More

— Ponte dos Ingleses (Englishmen Bridge) is also known as Ponte Metálica (Metallic Bridge). It is located in Fortaleza, the capital of the Brazilian northeastern state of Ceará. The bridge began its construction in September 1921, and the name Englishmen … Read More

— I don’t nearly post as many shots of my hometown as I probably should. A city known for its seafood cuisine, beaches and stunning sunsets, Fortaleza takes pride in her laid-back lifestyle. Along the Beira-Mar Avenue, several places have … Read More

— Our visits to family in Brazil often include spending weekends at Lagoa do Banana, about 45 minutes from our house. One of my brothers has a house at Lagoa. Sometimes it can be busy in the summer, but often … Read More

Although you would probably not recognize this beach on a weekend — thousands of people here — it is an entirely different scene on a week day. Fortaleza is where I was born and raised. Although I have now lived … Read More

This is one of those popular places in Fortaleza on weekends. It is about 45 minutes from downtown and very near the beaches of Cumbuco, Icaraí and Barra do Cauípe. It can sometimes get noisy with music and motor boats, … Read More

Sunsets along Beira Mar Avenue in Fortaleza, Brazil, are often breathtaking. Several locations along the seashore will be just as beautiful as any other. Whether you are close to the Ponte dos Ingleses or near the Iracema statue, a sunset … Read More