The portal of the Forth colony, city of Arroio Grande- 4^th district of Santa Maria and the place that started Italian colonization in this region, Silveira Martins, charm the visitors for it’s nature: valleys and exuberant landscapes, for it’s history preserved in the construction dating from the beginning of the century, it’s warm people: faithful to it’s origins and for it’s delicious Italian cuisine. Gather the family, invite your friends and start this wonderful and tasty journey.

Don’t miss:

- The Pompei historical set- a Chapel built by the italian Vincenzo Guerra, in 1907, romantic style, inspired by Italian churches. Next to the church is the Guerrra’s family business a Brick Factory that provided construction material, to all constructions of the 4^th Colony;

- Restaurants La Sorella and Cantina Pozzobom, representing the region’s gastronomy;

- In Santa Maria, the Knife Factories offer scheduled tours to show the manufacturing process, a combination of craftsmanship and high technology. Visit the Coqueiro’s Knives Factory. Contact by phone (55) 3227-5151- facascoq@terra.com.br.

Make your trip longer:

- Visiting the Vale do Vêneto District, located in São Jjoão do Polesini. The visitor may choose from hikes to restaurants, museums and crafts. More information: polesine.prefeitura4@qcol.com.br e fone (55) 3269-1144;

- Visiting the Paleobothanical Garden, fossil preserves from the Mesozoic Era. It is the only delimited preserve of fossils in Brazil. Information: prefmata@terra.com.br and phone number (55) 3259-1272.

Information:

Secretaria de Cultura, Turismo, Desporto e Eventos de Silveira Martins:
Fone (55) 3224-1242
E-mail: t urismo@silveiramartins.rs.gov.br

Centro de Atendimento ao Turista Monet Shopping/Santa Maria:
Fone (55) 3220-3236
E-mail: turismo@santamaria.rs.gov.br