Cianorte

Cianorte is a municipality in Paraná state in southern Brazil, situated on hilly terrain. The city functions as a major production center with residential areas, commercial zones, and numerous factory buildings.

The city was founded in 1955 when a British company began organized settlement in northern Paraná. After a severe frost in the 1970s destroyed local coffee plantations, the region shifted toward textile manufacturing.

The textile industry shapes daily life and work in the city, with numerous factories producing clothing for the broader region. This specialization influences how the community organizes itself and what matters most to local people.

The city offers basic services like hospitals, schools, and government offices accessible to visitors and residents. There are various neighborhoods and commercial areas reachable on foot or by local transport.

The city transformed rapidly from a newly founded settlement into a regional textile hub. This shift made it a notable example of economic adaptation following natural disaster.

Location: Paraná

Elevation above the sea: 490 m

Shares border with: Indianópolis, São Tomé, Araruna, Jussara, Tapejara, Tuneiras do Oeste

Website: http://cianorte.pr.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -23.66278,-52.60500

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:35