City history
Trace the evolution of Vitoria, Brazil, from the earliest Portuguese settlements to its modern existence as a vital island capital.
Chapter one
Earliest documented name
"Old Village"
Because a specific indigenous name for the modern city is not reliably documented, the earliest historical name, Vila Velha, is used to represent the region's documented origins.
Old Village
The initial Portuguese settlement in the region before the focus shifted to Vitoria.
Victory
Named to commemorate the Portuguese presence and religious triumphs in the area.
Chapter two
The city periodically observed daylight saving time to manage energy consumption during summer months.
The Brazilian government ended the use of daylight saving time nationwide, leaving Vitoria on UTC-3 year-round.
Chapter three
The establishment of the first permanent Portuguese settlement in the state of Espírito Santo.
The formal founding of the settlement that would become the modern island city.
Vitoria solidified its role as the political and administrative heart of Espírito Santo.
The expansion of steel and heavy industry significantly transformed the local economy.