Brazil Tourism

Paraná is one of the States of Brazil displaying the greatest ethnical diversity. Hailing from Germany, the Ukraine, Poland, Italy, Japan, these peoples helped to build the State and influenced its customs and traditions with their own. It was from 1850, when it ceased to be a province of São Paulo, that the local Government started a campaign to attract new immigrants. Each one of the ethnic groups involved in the colonization of Paraná formed their own colonies in many regions of the State.

Situated in the Southern Region of Brazil, Paraná is divided into 399 municipalities (towns and cities) and occupies an area equivalent to 2.3% of Brazil’s territory. Curitiba, the capital, is one of the Brazilian cities with the highest quality of life. Foz do Iguaçu National Park, on the Brazilian border with Argentina and Paraguay, offers a spectacle of rare beauty performed by the waters, such is their quantity and the strength with which they go down the “Devil’s Gorge". On “Honey Island”, next to the continent, there are no cars; its trails are an invitation to take part in hikes and radical sports.

Attractions
Cuisine in Paraná revives traditions from European, native Indian and colonial ancestors and reveres abundance and participation by the community. The time taken to prepare the dishes is just an excuse to get together and celebrate. These events are now an extra attraction shared with tourists.

The barreado is a typical dish from Paraná; prepared over 12 hours, it consists of a mixture of beef and seasonings in a casserole, buried under a bonfire that burns during those 12 hours. Another delicacy is the pork roll, with an estimated preparation time of around 20 hours. Other regional dishes include Lamb in the Hole, Kiln-roasted Rib, Vaca Atolada, Pig in the Pan and Dourado no Carrossel.

Places to Visit in Brazil

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