Urupema, Mountain municipality in Santa Catarina, Brazil.
Description
Urupema sits at over 1,300 meters (4,265 feet) elevation in the southern highlands of Santa Catarina. The municipal area spreads across rolling terrain with pastures, forests, and scattered communities.
History
German and Italian immigrants settled in this mountain region from the early 1900s onward. They brought farming knowledge that shaped how the area developed and what it produces today.
Culture
The town serves as a center for cheese making and cattle raising across the highlands. You see pastures and small dairy operations throughout the area, shaping how people here live and work.
Practical
The best time to visit is from December through March, when temperatures stay milder. Roads can turn icy in other months, so a sturdy vehicle is helpful for reaching the area.
Did you know?
This location records Brazil's coldest temperatures, especially during winter months from June through August. Snow falls regularly here, creating a landscape unusual for the country.
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