Alto, Teresópolis Explained

Alto is a neighborhood located in Teresópolis, Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil.

Feirinha do Alto

The Feirinha do Alto, officially named Feirarte, is a traditional fair hosted in Alto neighborhood. It started in 1973[1] by a group of Teresópolis citizens and South American visitors. Teresópolis City Hall made the event official in 1985. The vendors sell mostly handcrafted products and food. More than 800 people sell their products.[1]

Sports

Teresópolis Futebol Clube is the neighborhood's football (soccer) team.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: As melhores "feirinhas" do Brasil. iG. May 30, 2010. February 25, 2011. Portuguese.