Aerial view of Recife city, capital of the Pernambuco State – Brazil

Known as the Brazilian Venice, Recife, the capital of the state of Pernambuco is distinguished by its various rivers, bridges, islets and peninsulas. It’s the most prosperous capital of northeastern Brazil. Boa Viagem Beach, the most famous in the capital, is known for its coral reefs and also for the frequent attacks of sharks against bathers who frequent it.