Meet The Two Brazilian Villages Nominated For A Global UN Award

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 24/05/2025 at 17:52

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Antônio Prado and Linha Bonita Represent Brazil in the International Contest for Villages That Unite Tourism, Tradition, and Sustainability

Antônio Prado and Linha Bonita, in the Serra Gaúcha, are among the eight Brazilian destinations nominated for the “Best Tourism Villages” award by UN Tourism. The award recognizes places that value tourist tradition and promote sustainable development.

Created in 2021, the award is an initiative of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) and seeks to highlight villages around the world that use tourism as a tool for well-being and prosperity, always aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In total, eight Brazilian villages were selected. Of these, only two will advance to the final stage in November in Saudi Arabia.

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Two Representatives from Rio Grande do Sul

The two representatives from Rio Grande do Sul have a strong connection to Italian immigration. Antônio Prado and Linha Bonita stand out for preserving the culture, history, and rural way of life of the families who arrived in southern Brazil in the late 19th century.

Antônio Prado was founded in 1886 and is considered the last official colony of Italian immigration in the state. The municipality has just over 13,000 inhabitants and houses 48 buildings listed by the National Institute of Historical and Artistic Heritage (IPHAN).

In addition, it offers attractions such as the Municipal Museum, the Francescatto Mill, and the Historical Center.

The town has a temperate climate and a landscape that combines hills, valleys, rivers, and fruit plantations such as grapes, dragon fruit, prickly pear, and peaches. The most well-known events are the Fenamassa, which celebrates local cuisine, and the Italian Night, featuring music and wine.

Linha Bonita: A Living Tradition in Gramado

On the other hand, Linha Bonita is a rural locality in the municipality of Gramado. Founded also by Italian immigrants in the late 19th century, the village preserves its roots through the descendants of the founding families.

With old mansions, narrow roads, and plenty of nature, the location offers tours focused on the culture and history of the region.

Since the 1980s, the residents themselves have welcomed tourists and shared local traditions. For the mayor of Gramado, Nestor Tissot, the nomination is an important recognition.

“This shows the world that rural tourism, done with authenticity, care, and respect for the community, is an example of sustainability and social transformation,” he stated.

The final result of the UN award will be announced between November 7 and 11, during the UN Tourism General Assembly.

With information from Tempo.com.

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Meet The Two Brazilian Villages Nominated For A Global UN Award

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