Academic Mobility Student Handbook
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Academic Mobility Student Handbook
Academic Mobility Student Handbook Information about: Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur. Rio Grande do Sul Rio Grande do Sul (RS), whose capital city is Porto Alegre, is the southernmost state in Brazil, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean (East), Uruguay (South), Argentina (West) and the Brazilian State of Santa Catarina (North). It is a strategic development center of MERCOSUR, a common market promoting free trade and the fluid movement of goods, people, and currency between Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. Its capital city, Porto Alegre, is the biggest city in Rio Grande do Sul. Other highly populated cities in the state are Caxias do Sul, Pelotas, Canoas, Santa Maria, Gravataí, Viamão, and Novo Hamburgo. Gaúcho Culture In Rio Grande do Sul, the music, the cuisine, the customs and the lifestyle are quite typical and unique. Everything from Rio Grande do Sul, including people who are born here, is called GAÚCHO. Cuisine Churrasco Typical barbecue where meat (especially beef) is cooked in special barbecue grills with supports for skewers or over embers of firewood burning on the bare ground. Charque Typical Brazilian jerky made of boneless beef, cut in wide stripes (mantas), salted and dried under the sun for several days. Carreteiro A dish made of chopped charque and rice, cooked in a cast iron casserole. Chimarrão Tipical drink of RS, it is an infusion of yerba mate in hot water, served in a shared cuia (hollow calabash gourd) with a sort of metal straw called bomba. Its population is largely formed by descendents of Portuguese, Spanish, German, Italian, and African immigrants, as well as of Brazilian First Nations. Video Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 2 Dictionary of “Gauchese” Bah = Expression used in the beginning of any sentence, which may indicate annoyance, anger, happiness, sadness, surprise, or any other type of feeling. Baita = Big, enormous. Bergamota (or Berga) = Mexerica (similar to a tangerine). Basic rules of chimarrão Cacetinho = Loaf of French bread. • The chimarrão is served in a single cuia, and it is shared by several people in a circle. Em cima do laço = At the last minute, suddenly. • The bitterest mate is the first. Therefore, the person who prepares it must drink first. Guri/Guria = Child, young man or woman. • The water used in the preparation of the chimarrão is very hot. Therefore, one must be very careful. • Although it is bitter, one must not add sugar to the chimarrão. Faceiro = Glad, happy. Juntar os trapos = Get married, live together. Lagartear = To sit under the sun on cold days. Largar de mão = Give up on something. Lomba = Any slope or steep ground. • One must drink all the water in the cuia. One should not just “take a sip” of the mate or drink only half of the infusion. Mate = The same as chimarrão. • It is usual to drink all the water until hearing a loud sucking noise. Poncho = A type of woolen cape with an opening in the center, to pass the head. It is the traditional outer garment of the rural gaúcho. • Never move the bomba. That may ruin the chimarrão. Pardal = Electronic automobiles. speed controller for Prenda = The wife of the gaúcho. Sacanagem = Especially cruel or distasteful joke. Tchê = Man. Used to call someone. Trovar = Have a conversation, chat. Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 3 strongly influenced by Indigenous cultures; in the Northeast, there is a marked influence of African and Portuguese cultures; in Southeastern states, there is a mix of Indigenous, African, Italian, and Japanese cultures; the states in the Southern region are characterized by Italian and German influence. Brazil The Federative Republic of Brazil is the biggest and most populous country in the Americas and the fifth in the world. It is the only country in the Americas to have Portuguese as its official language. Brazilian Regions and States North Northeast Center-West One of the main cultural products of the country is samba, a musical genre typical of the states of Bahia, Maranhão and Rio de Janeiro, derived from the culture of African immigrants. Carnival is another important cultural practice in Brazil. It started in the state of Rio de Janeiro in the beginning of the 20th century, with the parades of the so-called “samba schools”. Carnival takes place every year in the month of February in several Brazilian cities. Soccer is the most popular sport in the country. The Brazilian national football team has already won five FIFA Soccer World Cups. Southeast South Brazil is divided in five regions (North, Northeast, Center-West, South, and Southeast) and 26 states, besides the Federal District where Brasília, the national capital, is located. Source: http://vejabrasil.abril.com.br Brazilian Culture Colonized by Portuguese immigrants, Brazil is influenced by the Lusitanian culture. The whole population speaks the same language, Portuguese. Brazil has an heterogeneous culture, marked by a diversity of cultural influences in each region. States in the North and the Center-West are more Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 4 Portuguese Language Portuguese lessons PUCRS offers Portuguese classes for foreign students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.* • Beginner Level, emphasis is on the development of Portuguese language skills for everyday communication. • Intermediate Level, emphasis is on learning Portuguese for academic purposes. *More information can be obtained from the secretariat of the School of Letters (building 8,4th floor) Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 5 Nearby Cities to visit Gramado VEPPO APPLICATION Official App of Porto Alegre’s Central Bus Station, showing schedules of intermunicipal buses departing from Porto Alegre, as well as other information on the station. VEPPO Ticket Delivery Service - 32100101 The city of Gramado is 120 kilometers away from Porto Alegre, and it was elected the best winter destination and the best city in Brazil by the readers of the Viagem magazine in 2012. Mostly colonized by German and Italian immigrants, the city is considered the “Little Europe” of Rio Grande do Sul. With temperatures that can go below zero in the winter, Gramado is famous for two large events: The Brazilian and Latin American Film Festival, which takes place in August, and Natal Luz (Christmas of Lights), which takes place from November to January. In the latter, the whole city is decorated with Christmas ornaments and several shows happen every day. Points of interest and sightseeing in Gramado are the covered street, Lago Negro, the Gramado Zoo, Mini Mundo, Mundo a Vapor, among others. Source: http://www.gramado.rs.gov.br; http://movida.com.br/blog/sem-categoria/as-belezas-de-gramado-rs/; http://www.aprocura.com.br/natal-luz-gramado-rs-fotos.html; http://www.flickr.com/photos/rohdrygoramos/7365227174/; Vale dos Vinhedos (Vineyard Valley) – Bento Gonçalves If you appreciate wine, food and breathtaking landscapes, you cannot miss this destination. Only 120 kilometers away from Porto Alegre, the Vineyard Valley represents the heritage of Italian immigrants, with several small rural properties and charming vineyards. It is the first Brazilian region recognized as a geographical indication for wine production. The region offers visits to vineyards, wine tasting and typical dining in elegant restaurants, as well as a Wine Museum, a Wine Spa and a choice of hiking trails in natural landscapes. Source: http://www.qualitaturismo.com.br/serras-gauchas-reveillon-20112012/; http://www.revistasupersul.com.br/vinicolas-da-serra-gaucha-no-roteiro-do-7 -congresso-next-generation-jornada-de-conhecimento/vale-dos-vinhedos Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 6 VEPPO APPLICATION Official App of Porto Alegre’s Central Bus Station, showing schedules of intermunicipal buses departing from Porto Alegre, as well as other information on the station. VEPPO Ticket Delivery Service - 32100101 Foz do Iguaçu Florianópolis Foz do Iguaçu is located in the state of Paraná and, with all its diversity and attraction, is one of the most beautiful tourism destinations in the world. It has incomparable natural richness, such as the Iguaçu National Park, a World Heritage Site where the Iguaçu Falls are located and an ideal destination for ecoadventure tourism. In Iguaçu, you can also visit the world’s largest hydroelectric power plant in energy production, the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant. Foz do Iguaçu is 821 kilometers away from Porto Alegre. The well-known Island of Santa Catarina, also known as Ilha da Magia (Island of Magic) is only 411 kilometers away from Porto Alegre. For its proximity, it is a much sought-after summer holiday destination for gaúchos, paulistas and Argentineans. The city center offers cultural attractions and the possibility to view examples of Brazilian architecture. The island has more than 40 beaches. For nautical sports, a good choice is Campeche; for surfing, Praia da Joaquina is indicated; for ecotourism, Lagoinha do Leste is one of the best; for nightlife, Jurerê and Canasvieiras are ideal choices. If you are looking for good bars and restaurants, Lagoa da Conceição is a great place to go. The Costa da Lagoa (Lake Shore) is ideal for boat rides and other such activities. Source:http://www.deturistaaviajante.com; http://shoppingcidadejardim.com.br/cvc-leva-voce-para-foz-do-iguacu/; http://turismo.ig.com.br Source: http://www.sonobrasil.com; http://www.dimensaoimoveissc.com.br; http://blog.decolar.com Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 7 VEPPO APPLICATION Official App of Porto Alegre’s Central Bus Station, showing schedules of intermunicipal buses departing from Porto Alegre, as well as other information on the station. VEPPO Ticket Delivery Service - 32100101 Rio de Janeiro Montevidéu Rio de Janeiro, the celebrated Marvelous City, is currently the main tourist destination in the Southern Hemisphere, and it is only a ninety-minute plane trip away from Porto Alegre. It offers a plethora of options for entertainment and sightseeing, such as the Sugar Loaf, the Christ the Redeemer statue (one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World since 2007), the Maracanã Soccer Stadium, the Municipal Theater, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, and the dazzling beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, among others. The main festive holidays in Rio are Carnival – with the parade of samba schools on Marquês de Sapucaí (Sambadrome) – and the Reveillon – the New Year’s Eve party on Copacabana beach is the largest in the world, with several minutes of fireworks. The capital of Uruguay, Montevideo is around 900 kilometers away from Porto Alegre, on the banks of the La Plata River. Its main attractions are the Ramblas, Teatro Solís, Ciudad Vieja, the Cathedral, Estadio Centenario, Mercado del Puerto, the famous neighborhood of Pocitos, as well as several beaches. In the evening, you can visit the bars and casinos near Plaza Independencia. Source: http://www.abeoc.org.br; http://www.executivehelp.com.br; http://www.visitriodejaneirobrasil.com/; http://www.turismobrasil.gov.br Source: http://wikitravel.org/en/Montevideo; http://www.guiageo-americas.com/uruguai-fotos.htm; http://www.abroad.pitt.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=programs. ViewProgram&Program_ID=10020; http://www.hoteis.com/de1399507/hoteis-em-montevideu-uruguai Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 8 VEPPO APPLICATION Official App of Porto Alegre’s Central Bus Station, showing schedules of intermunicipal buses departing from Porto Alegre, as well as other information on the station. VEPPO Ticket Delivery Service - 32100101 Buenos Aires Santiago The capital of Argentina and cultural capital of Latin America, Buenos Aires is a destination for all those who wish not only to contemplate a city, but also to live a wonderful urban experience. Some cultural attractions are Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada (seat of the Argentinean Government), the Metropolitan Cathedral, Caminito, Teatro Colón, the Recoleta neighborhood and Luna Park. To have fun, you can go to the charming pier of Puerto Madero, shop on Calle Florida, or watch a nice show of tango, the typical music genre of the country. You cannot miss the Argentinean barbecue, which is one of the best in the world. Santiago is the largest city in Chile, and also its capital. It is located in the Chilean Central Valley, next to the Andes Mountains. It is the most developed and most prominent urban, financial, cultural, and administrative center in the country. The city of Santiago is the seat of the main government bodies in the country (except for the National Congress, which is in the city of Valparaíso), as well as other financial, administrative, cultural and commercial institutions in Chile. Santiago is considered the 53rd richest city in the world, with an estimated internal gross product of USD 93 billion in 2005, which is expected to reach USD 205 billion by 2020. Source:http://blogdojeriel.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Santiago.jpg; http://ushuaia2011.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/santiago2.jpg; Source: http://sesiamericadosul.blogspot.com.br/2011/06/argentina-paisagens.html; http://vetebrasil.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Santiago_do_Chile.jpg; http://www.mundodastribos.com/pacotes-de-viagem-chile-e-argentina http://www.hoteisemsantiagodochile.com/wp-content/uploads/noche-de-san -cvc-2012.html tiago3.jpg Academic Mobility Student Handbook - Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil and the main cities of Mercosur 9