About Rio Grande
200,000 people living in Rio Grande, which is on Brazil's coast to the South Atlantic Ocean, have a life above the economy and living standards of the country. The ports of the city directly make a huge contribution to the country's economy. The oil refinery that processes the petroleum drilled from the Ipiranga oil wells and the port provide employment for most of the city’s population. Hotels that host tourists on Praia do Cassino, world’s longest beach, also contribute to the economy. People of Rio Grande use private vehicles and buses for transportation and can travel to other cities of Brasil from Rio Grande Airport where regional flights are made.