Itapira, Administrative municipality in São Paulo, Brazil.
Itapira is a municipality in São Paulo state situated in a hilly region at approximately 643 meters elevation. The town has a population of around 33,000 and is located roughly 150 kilometers west of São Paulo city.
The area began as a small settlement called Macuco before becoming an official municipality. In 1890, it received the name Itapira, which it carries today.
The natural history museum displays the region's living world through plants, animals, and rocks visible year-round. The collection shows how nature shaped this place over time.
The city hall at Rua João de Moraes 490 is the main place to get local information and assistance. You can call 19-3843-9100 or visit in person for help navigating the municipality.
The city is known for its specialized psychiatric care, particularly the Instituto Bairral, which offers advanced mental health treatment programs. This facility makes it an important mental health center in the region.
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