João Pessoa: the Easternmost City in America and the First to Receive the Sun

To the northeast of Brazil, in the state of Paraíba, is João Pessoa, the easternmost city of America. This particular location gives it a unique geographical title: it is the continental point where the sun rises before anywhere else in the American continent. That condition makes it an attractive destination for both curious and travelers who love natural phenomena. But João Pessoa is not only a reference on the map: it is also a city full of h…