Tourist Attractions & Monuments Brazil

A 109.5-metre-high, rather unsightly telephone tower has been transformed into a major tourist attraction in the city. From its summit, you can enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the city. You can see the whole metropolitan area of Curitiba and on a clear day you can even see the mountains of the Serra do Mar. Even though Curitiba is not very touristy, the waiting line can be long because you can only get up to five people in the elevator. Small telephone museum at the entrance of the tower.

To contemplate the local flora in a park of 39 ha.

It consists of ensembles ensembles, which are planned for 3 000 inhabitants. Each is made up of eleven blocks on piles and equipped with school and sports equipment.

Located at the top of the Escadaria do Rosario, it is considered the most beautiful church on the island. The brotherhood of Nossa Senhora do Rosario e São Benedito dos homens pretos was founded in 1750 and it was slaves who built the church in just over 40 years between 1787 and 1830. This unusually long construction time for this type of church can be explained by the origin of the inhabitants of the neighbourhood at that time. They were poor whites and descendants of slaves.

It is the extravagant Italian quarter of Santa Felicidade, 20 minutes by bus, to take Tav. Nestor de Castro, behind the cathedral. It was the neighbourhood where Italian immigrants arrived between the late th and early th centuries. It was Dona Felicidade Borges who gave this neighbourhood to the Italian colony (hence his name), who devoted himself to the production of earth products. Today Santa Felicidade is the large gastronomic district in Curitiba, where you will find several Italian restaurants of quality.

Its clock overlooking the passages is part of the postcards of the city of Curitiba. In the popular "Parisian passage" style, the Rua 24 horas is a lively pedestrian crossing, with shops and restaurants, but remains open only until 10pm, contrary to its name. It's a bit of an expression of the soul and spirit of Curitiba. We like to walk there at the end of the day. Nearby, especially at weekends, it is easy to find music groups that play concerts. From coffee to happy hour, you can have a good time.

What was only a small wooden chapel in the early 18th century became the main church of the city. It is the main church of the Archdiocese of Curitiba, built between 1876 and 1893, and the seat of the eponymous parish, which was created in 1668, when Curitiba was still a village, under the authority of the Bishopric of Rio de Janeiro. The present building dates from the end of the 19th century, in neo-Gothic style, inspired by the cathedral of Barcelona.

It's the city's main park. The Curitibenses play football, go pedal boating on the lake or have a picnic. At weekends, some spend the whole day under the trees in the middle of a huge park. There is also an automobile museum and exhibition rooms. Ideal tracks for jogging are scattered throughout this beautiful park for those who want to stay in shape. As in Pampulha, friendly capybaras are walking around the lake. You can have a drink or eat on the terraces overlooking the vast lake.

This small white church is the oldest in the town, built in 1737. In the 19th century it was the temple of the Franciscans, then in the 19th century it was the parish of Polish immigrants. It was renovated in 1880 on the occasion of the visit of Emperor Dom Pedro II. It was at this time that the tower was built. It then became the preferred place of worship for German immigrants in the region. Since its last restoration in 1980, it has been home to the Curitiba Museum of Sacred Art.

This French agency, specialising in the à la carte trip, is the right place to prepare for its stay in the Pantanal from France, in private and off-piste. This agency offers ornithology tours, Pantanal-Bonito combined combinations, with Francophone guides, or circuits along Rio Paraguay.

Organize on-site at the best price. This agency is serious and can offer you tours on other Brazilian or South American eco-destinations.

Organizes free tours of the city and puts in place an interesting tourist tour. A new centre with Internet cafés will be opened in the former town hall.

This agency specializes in tours of Santa Catarina Island and Balneario Camboriù. Itaguasul offers a variety of island tours (3-hour or all-day), car rental with driver and transfers. City tour and Eastern and Northern beaches (R$120), Oyster trail and Southern beaches (private transport, R$400), City tour and Eastern beaches (private, R$350). Bilingual guides can accompany organized groups. Itaguasul organizes tours for groups of all sizes on the island during conventions.

This serious agency offers excellent routes in Santa Catarina and Southern Brazil. Lawyers can also guide you in your search for apartments or land.

A serious address and very interesting prices.

Terra Viagem offers tours of the city, lasting 3 hours (at 9 h and 15 h) and beaches (Ponta d'Areia, Araçagi) for 4 hours (exits at 8 h and 15 h), as well as excursions at Alcântara, lasting 8 hours (exit at 9 h), São José de Ribamar, d 4 hours (8 h and 15 h exit) and Vers connections.

The park has many waterfalls of fresh water, tranquil natural pools and impressive caves (gruta da Bocaina and gruta do pe. Caio). To reach them, follow the different paths and varying difficulties. The information point has maps of the park. The Cascatona, a suite of waterfalls with a total height of 80 m, ending with a swimming pool, is easy access (3 hours walk).

Held by a angry, forcing its vendors to make signs of cross.

How do you go? : The gallery of the Foundation Pierre Verger is situated between the municipal square (where the Lacerda Lacerda) and the plaça da Sé (entrance of the Pelorinho), opposite the church Igreja da Misericordia. To get there, just take any bus that has for Praça da Sé or Baroquinha.

Built in 1911, in Florentine style, this building housed various social and scientific events. Today, it is the seat of the city hall of São Paulo.

Built in 1922, this neoclassical building is home to the headquarters of the Brazilian post (Correios).

It is a former prison, now occupied by small craft lodges. The building, which dates from the 19th century, was once an orphanage, then a residence, before being transformed and restored to house the tourist centre. It is one of the best places in the city for shopping. Shirts, dresses, hammocks, home decor, lace fabrics and souvenirs. On Thursday evenings, the center becomes a very lively place. This is the Forró do turista, a highlight of the Potiguar night.

A serious tourist agency headed by a Swiss citizen who works ethically and eco-responsible. Indian Guides.