Grajaú District

Grajaú is an administrative district in the South Zone of São Paulo that spans a large area with numerous neighborhoods spread throughout. The district comprises various residential areas with different characteristics that together form a diverse urban landscape.

The name originates from the Tupi language, combining words that reference the Karajá people and river landscapes. This naming preserves the memory of the region's indigenous inhabitants before modern urbanization transformed the area.

Local markets and community centers serve as meeting places where residents gather and interact daily. These spaces reflect how the neighborhood functions as a living community with its own social rhythms.

The area connects well to São Paulo's transportation network through several train stations and bus lines serving different neighborhoods. Visitors can navigate the district on foot or by public transport to reach various residential and commercial areas.

The district contains several parks including Parque América and Parque Cocaia that provide green spaces within densely residential neighborhoods. These parks offer residents and visitors places to step away from the urban environment and spend time outdoors.

Location: Subprefecture of Capela do Socorro

Location: São Paulo

Shares border with: Pedreira District, Cidade Dutra District, Parelheiros District

Website: http://capeladosocorro.prefeitura.sp.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -23.78566,-46.66729

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:41