Xaxim, Administrative division in Santa Catarina, Brazil
Xaxim is a municipality in southwestern Santa Catarina with a landscape shaped by farming and pastureland. The town sits in a region where dairy cattle and agricultural production form the backbone of daily work and economy.
The name comes from indigenous Tupi-Guarani language, describing small waterfalls in the local terrain. The area developed as a settlement to work the farming and grazing land that defines the region.
The municipality maintains strong connections to its agricultural heritage through community events that highlight local farming traditions and regional products.
Visitors can find information and services through the local government website or by phone. The best time to explore is during harvest season when you can see farming activity throughout the countryside.
The region functions as a central point for dairy production, situated 705 kilometers from São Paulo and 368 kilometers from Curitiba.
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