One of the most prosperous and organized cities in Brazil. Curitiba is also a world-wide example in urbanism solutions, education and environment. This Brazilian metropolis, in southern Brazil, was nominated as the American Capital of Cultural 2003, an initiative of the Organization of the American States (OEA).
See also Iguaçu Falls.
Curitiba was founded in the 17th century as a gold-mining camp, became the capital of the State of Paraná in 1854 and grew rapidly after 1940. Its 1.6 million people are a synthesis of several cultures of immigrants that arrived in the city during the 19th century and early 20th century.
City of eclectic culture and of strong influence from the European immigrants. This is mainly noticed in the city's architecture, gastronomy and religion. The Metropolitan Cathedral of Curitiba, erected in 1894, was inspired by that of Barcelona. Curitiba has become world renowned for its innovative urban solutions, winning a UNESCO prize for its urban development. Its integrated transport planning is responsible for an effective infrastructure that makes bus travel fast and convenient.
The city has a temperate climate and an average altitude of 908 meters. The average temperature during the summers is 21°C, and during the winter, 13°C.
Arts in Curitiba►Curitiba is a Brazilian reference when theater and classic music matters. The city has several theaters and places for artistic performances.
Ópera de Arame - An opera house surrounded by a pleasant and green environment, in Curitiba, Brazil. |
Parks of Curitiba►Curitiba has 26 parks of well-preserved environment, with rich and diversified fauna and flora. The city has a green area of 55m² for each resident and is known as the Ecological Capital of Brazil.
Capivara, the world's greatest rodent, in the Barigüi Park, in Curitiba, Brazil. |
Arts in Curitiba►Curitiba is a Brazilian reference when theater and classic music matters. The city has several theaters and places for artistic performances.
Ópera de Arame - An opera house surrounded by a pleasant and green environment, in Curitiba, Brazil. |
Parks of Curitiba►Curitiba has 26 parks of well-preserved environment, with rich and diversified fauna and flora. The city has a green area of 55m² for each resident and is known as the Ecological Capital of Brazil.
Capivara, the world's greatest rodent, in the Barigüi Park, in Curitiba, Brazil. |
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