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São Paulo is the
largest city in Brazil, the chosen base for nearly 75% of all fairs
and congresses held in the country. It is known throughout the
country as the “business capital”. Although this is a well-deserved
title, it does not reveal everything else this great metropolis has
to offer. Here, it is fundamental to underscore its restaurants, its
intense nightlife and the busy artistic calendar. These are
responsible for prolonging the stays of those visitors who arrive in
the city only to work or to participate in events and who end up
surrendering to these wonders.
For you to have an idea how important the Paulistano (resident of
the city of São Paulo) ranks cuisine, all you need to say is that it
is treated as seriously as business. That’s why all those who
appreciate the pleasures of food can be certain: São Paulo will
never let you down. From the corner bar to the most refined
restaurant in the Jardins districts, from the snack served over the
counter to the famous pastas in Italian cantinas, from the hot dog
to the most varied international menus – gastronomy in São Paulo is
varied, unbiased and completely cosmopolitan. As a starting point
for your visit to São Paulo, no place better than Paulista Avenue,
one of the city’s landmarks. Home to nearly 30% of the São Paulo
financial center, it is one of the most loved districts by its
residents. For those who wish to have the feeling of visiting the
whole world in one place, São Paulo is a must destination.
Immigrants from every corner of Brazil and the world can be found
there.
You will find Jews, Italians, Japanese, Arabs, in short, people for
everywhere on the planet. They live in communities that preserve the
traditions of the countries of origin. And they live in perfect
harmony with each other. When the topic is fun and art, São Paulo
impresses. The capital of the state has nearly 300 cinemas, more
than 100 theaters, a dozen cultural centers and 70 museums, among
diverse historical buildings. There are also theme parks, countless
leisure areas and two large stadiums. It is also interesting to
underscore the Interlagos Speedway, home of the city’s Formula 1
Grand Prix. In a city this size, shopping is not only part of the
itinerary, but also one of the main attractions. With its countless
shopping malls, streets with specialized commerce and arts and
crafts fairs, the city guarantees options for every taste
Throughout most of the year, the climate in São Paulo is mild, with
maximum temperatures of around 24ºC during the day, and 18/19ºC at
night. It is warm from November thru March, and the temperature can
reach 28 or 30ºC during the day. During these months, it is common
to have torrential rains almost every afternoon that sometimes cause
flooding in the lower sections of downtown and complicate traffic
throughout the city. Do not leave home without an umbrella during
this period. In the winter months (June and July), it can get very
cold, with temperatures dropping to 6ºC. |
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