Curitiba was founded in the 17th century as a gold-mining camp, became the capital of the State of Paraná in 1854 and grew rapidly after 1940. Its 1.8 million people are a synthesis of several cultures of immigrants that arrived in the city during the 19th century and early 20th century.

Oscar Niemeyer Museum►

The Metropolitan Cathedral on Praça Tiradentes.

The Ópera de Arame theater, art integrated with the environment.

Ricardo Almeida