Sightseeing in Sao Paulo - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The Brazil Avenue concentrates the most remarkable architectural landmarks of the city of Sao Paulo. The main symbol of the city and its main site is the Nossa Dama Brasil Church. The …
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One of the most visited cultural institutions of the city is Paulista Museum. It occupies a spectacular building in neoclassical style. The museum exposition includes over a hundred thousand exhibits, among which are beautiful paintings, sculptures, and collections of photographs. After visiting the museum, you should take a stroll around the picturesque park surrounding it. You'll see a lot of luxurious fountains, sculptures and landscaping. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Sao Paulo is a perfect destination for nightlife enthusiasts. A good place for a family visit is the Instituto Butantan zoological park which main inhabitants are reptiles and insects. All …
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1. The city of Sao Paulo feature fine and favorable weather all the year round with an average temperature hardly ever going below 25C. The hottest months of the year are considered to be …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Sao Paulo and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Sao Paulo
♥ Shopping area ' Avenida Paulista' São Paulo, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rua Bela Cintra' São Paulo, 2.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rua Oscar Freire' São Paulo, 3.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Avenida Paulista' São Paulo, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rua Bela Cintra' São Paulo, 2.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rua Oscar Freire' São Paulo, 3.8 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Sao Paulo
♥ Castle 'Baruel Mansion' , 5.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castelo do Barão J. Smith de Vasconcellos' , 82.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Baruel Mansion' , 5.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castelo do Barão J. Smith de Vasconcellos' , 82.1 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Sao Paulo
♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Alberto Löfgren' , 9.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Da Cantareira' , 10.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Das Fontes Do Ipiranga' , 13.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Jaraguá' , 15.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Juquery' , 23.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Alberto Löfgren' , 9.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Da Cantareira' , 10.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Das Fontes Do Ipiranga' , 13.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Jaraguá' , 15.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Parque Estadual Do Juquery' , 23.3 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Sao Paulo and around
♥ Art museum 'São Paulo Museum of Art' São Paulo, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'São Paulo Museum of Modern Art (MAM)' São Paulo, 4.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'University of São Paulo' São Paulo, 9.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'São Paulo Museum of Art' São Paulo, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'São Paulo Museum of Modern Art (MAM)' São Paulo, 4.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'University of São Paulo' São Paulo, 9.6 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Sao Paulo from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Octavio Frias de Oliveira
From the series “Unbelievable and Magnificent Bridges and Viaducts”![](../../extreme/img/w300/octavio-frias-de-oliveira_1.jpg)
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Distance from Sao Paulo center - 9.5 km.
The bridge was named in honor of Octavio Frias de Oliveira - one of the most influential Brazilian statesmen and the founder of the Fola de Sao Paulo newspaper. It is remarkable that the locals rarely name the bridge with the official name and prefer the shorter and more audible title 'Ponte Estaida', which can be translated as 'Hängebrücke'. The bridge on the Pineiros River is a major traffic intersection. In traffic, about 5,000 cars cross the bridge every 60 minutes. …
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Sao Paulo Beaches
From the series “Dangerous and Treacherous Beaches That Can Be Lethal”![](../../extreme/img/w300/sao-paulo-beaches_1.jpg)
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Distance from Sao Paulo center - 9.3 km.
The carnivorous piranhas living in the coastal waters are quite large. Usually, the length of the piranha body is at least 30 cm. The most dangerous periods are always the special prohibition signs on the beach. But many tourists do not pay attention to these prohibitions. The serene and beautiful beaches of São Paulo are incredibly dangerous. One should always keep in mind that the piranhas are very fast fish. Even if the beach seems to be quite safe, you must pay attention to the signs. …
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
It will welcome its first guests in 2024. 313 rooms of various categories will be available, the interior of rooms and hotel spaces will become one of the main features of the high-class hotel. When decorating the rooms, it is planned to use local textiles, which are famous for their high quality and are considered to be one of the best in the world.
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It will welcome its first guests in 2024. 313 rooms of various categories will be available, the interior of rooms and hotel spaces will become one of the main features of the high-class hotel. When decorating the rooms, it is planned to use local textiles, which are famous for their high quality and are considered to be one of the best in the world.
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