Bananeiras, Mountain municipality in Paraíba, Brazil.
Bananeiras is a mountain municipality in Paraíba situated at higher elevation with noticeably cooler temperatures than surrounding lowland areas. The town's layout centers on a historic core with buildings and infrastructure that reflect its role as a former economic hub.
The town became the largest coffee producer in Paraíba and at times the second-largest in Northeast Brazil. Economic shifts later reduced its importance, yet the built environment still reflects the prosperity it once knew.
The town center preserves more than 80 listed buildings showing Colonial, Neoclassical, and Art Deco styles from different periods. Walking through the streets, you see how these structures shaped the local identity during the coffee boom years.
The cooler climate makes visits pleasant year-round, though the drier months offer the most comfortable conditions for walking around. The town's hillside setting means some streets are steep and uneven, so wear suitable footwear when exploring.
The old train station built by Great Western of Brazil now operates as both a hotel and the City Museum while keeping its original architectural character. Visitors can stay in or tour a structure that once moved goods during the region's economic height.
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