Fun facts about São Paulo
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São Paulo was originally known as the Piratininga plains and was inhabited by the Tupi people.
São Paulo
Brazil
São Paulo is the capital city of the state of the same name, as well as the most populous city in Brazil, South America, the Americas, and in both the Western and Southern Hemispheres.
From the “History” section
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The Tietê River, once a source of fresh water for São Paulo, became heavily polluted due to industrial effluents.
São Paulo
Brazil
São Paulo is the capital city of the state of the same name, as well as the most populous city in Brazil, South America, the Americas, and in both the Western and Southern Hemispheres.
From the “Geography” section
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São Paulo is considered the most multicultural city in Brazil, with a significant Italian community.
São Paulo
Brazil
São Paulo is the capital city of the state of the same name, as well as the most populous city in Brazil, South America, the Americas, and in both the Western and Southern Hemispheres.
From the “Demographics” section
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In 2010, São Paulo had 62 municipal and state parks, including the Cantareira State Park, which is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
São Paulo
Brazil
São Paulo is the capital city of the state of the same name, as well as the most populous city in Brazil, South America, the Americas, and in both the Western and Southern Hemispheres.
From the “Geography” section
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São Paulo's population surpassed that of Rio de Janeiro by 1960, making it Brazil's most populous city.
São Paulo
Brazil
São Paulo is the capital city of the state of the same name, as well as the most populous city in Brazil, South America, the Americas, and in both the Western and Southern Hemispheres.
From the “Demographics” section
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Photo: Agent010 · CC BY-SA 4.0