São José dos Pinhais
São José dos Pinhais, Metropolitan municipality in Curitiba Region, Brazil
Description
São José dos Pinhais is a large municipality in the metropolitan area of Curitiba, located in the southern Brazilian state of Paraná. The city covers a wide area where forested hills and green valleys alternate with residential neighborhoods and industrial zones.
History
The settlement received village status in the mid-19th century and gained municipal recognition several decades later. Industrial development arrived in the 20th century, transforming what had been primarily farmland into a manufacturing center.
Culture
The municipality maintains strong automotive manufacturing traditions with facilities from Volkswagen, Audi, Nissan, and Renault establishing major production centers in the region.
Practical
The Afonso Pena International Airport lies within the municipal boundaries and offers flights to many Brazilian cities as well as some international destinations. The city spreads over a wide area, so having your own vehicle makes it easier to move between different neighborhoods.
Did you know?
Part of the municipal territory falls within protected reserves created to preserve Atlantic forest vegetation. Rural areas continue to produce fruits and vegetables that supply markets across the region.
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