Vitoria is the capital of Espirito Santo, Brazil Vitoria is situated on a small island in a bay where a couple of rivers run into the sea. The city was established in 1551. Eurico de Aguiar Salles Airport links Vitoria with number of Brazilian cities. The city is home of the Federal University of Espirito Santo. Vitoria is renowned for its beaches and culture and for its closeness from many other touristic destinations in the state. Vitoria is also an ideal stop for travellers planning to go from the state of Rio de Janeiro or east of Minas Gerais by car to beach destinations in the south of Bahia. Parque da Fonte Grande is the largest park of Vitoria situated in the central part of the island. Visitors can select from many planned walks in the forest and spot indigenous animals.