Rio Grande de Norte Attractions

Rio Grande do Norte State

The state of Rio Grande do Norte lies in the extreme north-east of Brazil. In spite of the similarity of name it has nothing to do with Rio Grande do Sul. It is bordered on the north-west by Xeará and on the south by Paraíba. Most of the state's area lies in the foothills of the Brazilian Highlands. The barren interior offers acceptable conditions only for cattle-rearing; in the coastal region cotton, sugar-cane and grain are grown.