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    Introduction

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    Situated 760 metres above sea level, the city of São Paulo, in the state of the same name, occupies an area of approximately 1500 square kilometres, of which almost two-thirds is urbanised and the rest rural. These two areas together are know... Continue reading »

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    History

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    At the beginning of the 16th century, Brazil had only just been discovered by the Portuguese, and the area atop the Serra do Mar mountain range in the south-east of the country, now occupied by São Paulo, was inhabited exclusively by the indi... Continue reading »

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    Where to stay

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    São Paulo is a true megalopolis. It pulsates with the energy of all the people who make it what it is: one of the world's biggest and greatest cities. There are many good reasons to come to São Paulo, from business and study to entertainment,... Continue reading »

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    Eat drink

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    Like all the world's major cities, São Paulo is blessed with a huge variety of bars, restaurants and cafes, ranging from the most refined, elegant rendezvous points to humble and hearty neighborhood eateries. Dining in São Paulo, of course, d... Continue reading »

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    Entertainment

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    It's impossible not to be entertained in São Paulo. As a melting pot of people from all over Brazil, the city has a character that reflects a bit of each region: the South, Northeast, Central and North. This can be observed in the unique cult... Continue reading »

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    Tours

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    Historical São Paulo One of the best ways to tour São Paulo is by using the underground subway system. This way you can avoid the chaotic traffic, and get around on what is considered a very safe means of public transport. The subway also... Continue reading »

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    Getting there

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    Getting There By Air The Sao Paulo International Airport (+55 011 6445 2945 / http://www.infraero.gov.br) (GRU) is the larger of Sao Paulo's two airports. Located 18 miles northeast of downtown, it is sometimes also referred to as the... Continue reading »

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    Fun facts

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    São Paulo State: São Paulo Country: Brazil São Paulo By The Numbers: Population: 18 million Elevation: 2,500 feet / 762 meters Average Annual Rainfall: 53 inches / 135 centimeters Average January Temperature: 70 degrees F / 21 degrees C... Continue reading »

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    Introduction

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    To really get away from it all (as if the rest of Bahia wasn't relaxed enough) consider the ultimate beach holiday in Morro de São Paulo or, even more remote, the little village of Boipeba. Built on an island only accessible by boat or plane,... Continue reading »

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    Planning a trip

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    None of the addresses in Morro de São Paulo have street numbers, but there are only a handful of streets and locals are very helpful with directions. For visitor information stop by the CIT (Central de Informações Turisticas), Praça Aureliano... Continue reading »

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    Introduction

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Look out the window as your plane descends to São Paulo's airport, and you'll see nothing but high-rises as far as the eye can see. It's a truly awesome sight. Now the largest metropolis in South America -- and, with 17 million people spre... Continue reading »

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    Planning a trip

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Visitor Information São Paulo's visitor information booths are of limited use. They offer a free city map and a city booklet with limited sightseeing information (but 30 pages of ads for escort services). Staff will attempt to answer your... Continue reading »

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Cathedral Metropolitana So Paulo, a city with almost 19 million people ... Ef5dde9283c439d84fd6b04f98258fb8 View of the sprawling metropolis from the Edificio Italia
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