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Maceio Travel Guide, Brazil

The port city of Brazil, Maceió happens to be the capital for the state of Alagoas. The city of Maceió used to be a village many years back. It was some 200 years ago when the city of Maceió was established as the port city and later the capital for state of Alagoas.

Chemical industry is one of the most important industries which drive the economy of Maceió. The chemical industries are located on the outer regions of Maceió. Sugarcane farming and then creating sugar from the sugarcane industry is another important industry for the city of Maceió. Lately the tourism industry of Maceió has grown exponentially due to the lush green environment of Maceió and the beautiful surroundings of Maceió. The coastal regions of Maceió have now developed as the hub for continuous entertainment without taking any breaks.

The climate of Maceió is warm throughout the year with high humidity being experienced by the city throughout the year too. But due to the presence of ocean and the winds blowing from the ocean the climate of Maceió is bearable and worth enjoying. January happens to be the hottest month for the city of Maceió due to the least difference between the highest and lowest temperature during this month with 32 degree Celsius being the highest and 22 degree Celsius being the lowest temperature during the month of January. The annual average maximum temperature is around 29 degree Celsius while the annual average minimum temperature is around 22 degree Celsius. The minimum average rainfall for the city of Maceió is around 2000 millimeters. It is due to this heavy rainfall that the city has lush green environment and dense forests.

The airport of Maceió (Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport) is famous for its design and architecture. The famous view from the deck of this airport and the auspicious art museum makes this huge airport itself a tourist hot spot. There is enough space still left for the airport to be expanded. Recently the parking space for the airport was tripled and check - in counters doubled so as to accommodate the expanding passenger base of the airport.

The city of Maceió has very quickly become an important city for Brazil due to its political importance as well as its tourism importance. It is a must visit city for anyone who hits Brazil.

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