Franca, Regional footwear center in São Paulo state, Brazil.
Located in northeastern São Paulo state, Franca stands at an elevation of 1,040 meters with urban areas extending across 86 square kilometers.
Founded in 1805 as a settlement along the Caminho de Goiás route, Franca emerged from expeditions searching for gold in the Goiás region.
The city maintains a strong basketball tradition and hosts numerous competitions, leading to its designation as the National Capital of Basketball.
Transportation links include the Ten Lund Presotto Airport and multiple highways connecting to São Paulo city, located 380 kilometers to the south.
Franca operates as one of Brazil's primary diamond cutting centers, processing precious stones alongside its substantial footwear manufacturing operations.
Location: São Paulo
Inception: 1805
Elevation above the sea: 1,040 m
Shares border with: Patrocínio Paulista, Rifaina, Batatais, Claraval, Cristais Paulista, Ibiraci, Restinga, Ribeirão Corrente, São José da Bela Vista
Website: http://franca.sp.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -20.53889,-47.40083
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:40
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