on that year dom pedro ii officially created petrópolis, and opened the doors of the newfound city to immigrants from germany, italy, and portugal.

nested in the valleys surrounding rio de janeiro, petrópolis is a city not only famous for its charm and natural beauty, but also for its rich cultural events celebrating european, asian, and native brazilian heritages.

music, ballet, opera, and theatre are all featured during the festival de inverno de petrópolis, petrópolis winter festival.

visitors and locals gather to immerse in cultural events and the beautiful mountain scenery while also benefitting over twenty charities that are sponsored by the festival.