Joaçaba, Municipality in Santa Catarina, Brazil
The city lies at an elevation of 778 meters in western Santa Catarina state, surrounded by green hills and agricultural lands.
Established in 1917 as Cruzeiro, the area witnessed the Contestado War between Paraná and Santa Catarina states before gaining its current territory.
The municipality preserves strong Italian and German influences from early 20th century immigrants through local architecture, food traditions, and community celebrations.
The Santa Terezinha Airport connects Joaçaba with other regions while the city maintains educational institutions including UNOESC university.
In 2003, Joaçaba received a Human Development Index of 0.953, ranking first in Santa Catarina state and eighth across Brazil.
Location: Santa Catarina
Elevation above the sea: 778 m
Shares border with: Água Doce, Herval d'Oeste, Luzerna, Catanduvas, Jaborá, Lacerdópolis, Ouro
Website: http://joacaba.sc.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -27.17778,-51.50500
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:42
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