São Francisco do Sul, Historical coastal municipality in Santa Catarina, Brazil
São Francisco do Sul occupies 540 square kilometers on an island at the entrance of Babitonga Bay, connected to mainland by a bridge.
The settlement traces its origins to 1658 when Portuguese colonizers established a village, making it one of the earliest colonial settlements in Brazil.
The historical center contains multiple colonial buildings with preserved architecture, cobblestone streets, and maritime museums documenting regional development.
The city operates a major port facility handling container shipping connections between South America and multiple continents through established maritime routes.
The Acaraí State Park spans 6,667 hectares within the municipality, protecting local ecosystems and offering natural exploration opportunities.
Location: Santa Catarina
Inception: 1658
Elevation above the sea: 12 m
Shares border with: Araquari, Balneário Barra do Sul, Garuva, Itapoá, Joinville
Website: https://saofranciscodosul.sc.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -26.24278,-48.63778
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:31
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Forte Marechal Luz
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Ilha da Paz Lighthouse
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Paisagem da Orla Marítima de Matinhos
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