Lorena

Lorena is a municipality in the Vale do Paraíba region of São Paulo state, Brazil. The urban area sits on elevated terrain and contains residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and green spaces that make up the contemporary settlement.

The settlement began as a rural farm property in the late 1600s and was granted municipal status in 1788. It later received formal city status in 1856 as the region developed further.

The town has become known as an educational hub, with higher education institutions shaping how locals and visitors experience daily life. This academic focus appears in the architecture, street activity, and community events throughout the municipality.

The area uses the telephone code 12 and has an official municipal website for visitor information and local services. The location in the Vale do Paraíba region makes it easily accessible for day trips from nearby cities.

A forest reserve within the municipality protects native vegetation and wildlife in a natural setting. This green space offers visitors a contrast to the urban areas and gives a sense of the original landscape.

Location: São Paulo

Inception: 1788

Elevation above the sea: 524 m

Shares border with: Piquete, Cunha, Canas, Cachoeira Paulista, Guaratinguetá, Silveiras

Website: http://lorena.sp.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -22.73083,-45.12472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:33