Big Round Sea, in tupi-guarani language. It was that way the indians called the beautiful bay - Pernaguá, Parnaguá, Paranaguá. To know Paranaguá is to perceive in the walls of the ancient colonial mansions and houses the history of Paraná. To enjoy Paranaguá is to visit Cotinga´s Island, the fortress of Ilha do Mel, the Cathedral, the Jesuit´s School, the wonderful bay. To walk in its streets, seeing the blend of the river and the sea, the trees, the churches, the museums, buildings and monuments. With a little bit of luck, you can dance the Fandango, taste the Barreado and the fish dish called Pirão, jewels of typical food. After all, its a history of 400 years waiting for you. Paranaguá also have the D.Pedro II Port, that changed the economic profile of the city, being considerer the second best in exports volume and the biggest port in Brazil in commodities exports and imports (grains).