Curitiba, capital of the state of Paraná, celebrates its 331st anniversary today, March 29. The city is among the most beautiful in Brazil
Curitiba, capital of the state of Paraná, celebrates its 331st anniversary today, March 29. The city is among the most beautiful in Brazil and is also known for its low temperatures, especially in winter.
Despite being founded in 1693, Curitiba only became the capital of Paraná in 1854.
The city of Curitiba is the most populous in Paraná and, compared to the whole of Brazil, ranks eighth.
The capital of Paraná is divided into neighborhoods and regions, the largest of which is the Cidade Industrial de Curitiba (CIC). Some of Curitiba’s most important companies are located in this region.
Curitiba data
Curitiba has a total area of 434,892 km². Compared to all the 399 municipalities of the state of Paraná, the capital is in 154th place in terms of territorial extension.
The capital of Paraná has the fifth largest municipal gross domestic product (GDP) in Brazil, worth R$87.15 billion. The tertiary sector is the most representative of Curitiba’s economy.
The city is divided into neighborhoods and regions, the largest of which is the Cidade Industrial de Curitiba (CIC). Some of Curitiba’s most important companies are located in this region.
See below for more information on Curitiba*:
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Population: 1,773,733 inhabitants
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Population density of 4,078.56 inhabitants per km²
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Average of 2.58 residents per residence
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The predominant age range is 35 to 39 years old, for both men and women.
*Data corresponds to the 2022 census
Curitiba tourist attractions
Curitiba is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Brazil, also boasting famous and highly visited tourist attractions. Discover the main ones below:
Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden of Curitiba is a must visit for tourists in the city. The main attraction of the space is a greenhouse of over 400 square meters that houses different species of plants.
Museum of the Eye
The Curitiba Eye Museum was designed by Oscar Niemeyer, considered the greatest architect Brazil has ever had.
Neighborhood of happiness
The Happiness Neighborhood of Curitiba is a place with architecture reminiscent of Italian buildings and home to bars and restaurants typical of the European country.
Opera wire
It is a theater made with metal structures and steel. It is one of the most diverse buildings in the city. Shows are often held in the space.
By Silvia Tancredi
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Source: Terra
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