Brazil’s largest metropolis celebrates its 471st anniversary on January 25th, and let’s celebrate together!
São Paulo, the capital of São Paulo, is a true melting pot of cultures, history and opportunities. In addition to being the most populous city in Brazil, it also occupies a prominent place in Latin America in terms of population.
Recognized as one of the largest cultural and gastronomic centers in the world, São Paulo is ranked fifth in the global ranking of cities with the most museums, housing cultural gems ranging from classical art to interactive and contemporary exhibitions. For lovers of good food, there are more than 23 thousand restaurants, representing flavors from every corner of the planet.
Foreign influence is a striking feature of its historic neighborhoods. Brás, Mooca and Belenzinho reflect the strong Italian presence, while the Liberdade neighborhood is known worldwide for being home to the largest Japanese colony outside of Japan.
Here are some interesting facts about Brazil’s largest metropolis to enrich your celebration:
- Founded in 1554: São Paulo was founded by the Jesuits Manuel da Nóbrega and José de Anchieta on January 25, 1554, in Pátio do Colégio.
- Paulista Avenue: Opened in 1891, it is one of the city’s main symbols and was initially a residential area for the São Paulo elite. Today it is an important economic, cultural and tourist center.
- Multicultural cuisine: São Paulo is famous for its gastronomic diversity, and is considered the world capital of pizza, with more than 1 million pizzas consumed per day!
- Huge population: The city has over 12 million inhabitants, making it the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere.
- Ibirapuera Park: One of the most important urban parks in the world, designed by Oscar Niemeyer and Burle Marx, it is the green heart of the city.
- Strong economy: São Paulo represents around 11% of Brazil’s GDP and is the main financial center in Latin America.
- Unpredictable weather: The city is famous for having “four seasons in one day” due to its geographical location.
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