Women-Friendly Travel in Sao Paulo
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Mundareu
This store has knick-knacks made by the craftsmen of Brazil, particularly those belonging to the native tribes of the country.
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Casa Santa Luzia
For those who are feeling a wee bit homesick in Sao Paulo, Casa Santa Luzia will help you get over it. This store has a huge selection of imported products, including cheese, pasta, sauces, cold cuts and desserts.
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Centro Cultural FNAC
This multi-story bookstore carries a huge range of titles both from Brazil and from other countries. In fact, the foreign language section is quite diverse. There are also several guide books and maps to choose from. Other features include a cyber cafe and a coffee shop.
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Casa do Amazonas
A store with a diverse range of products that come straight from the Amazon.
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Casa Amadeus
This is the store to go if you are seeking local music CDs. There are also several musical instruments; for an avid music lover, this is the place to go to.
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Hopi Hari
One of the largest and modern amusement parks, the Hope Hari is actually divided into five separate parks and is located about one hundred kilometers from Sao Paulo. You can either drive there, (which takes about an hour), or you can take a bus to the park. Their website is mainly in Portuguese but your hotel staff will be able to guide you.
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Trianon Park
This park was established in the late 19th century and features the flora and fauna of Brazil. Today, it has trees over three hundred years old and can serve as a peaceful retreat from the commotion of the city. Children can run around freely, play games and take in the natural beauty of Brazil. Perfect for a picnic with the family.
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The Sao Paulo Zoo
A place worth visiting, the Sao Paolo Zoo has over 3,000 different kinds of animals, including several endangered species. The zoo has a lake in its center containing the monkey islands, which must not be missed.
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Instituto Butantan
The research center was established for the study for poisonous snakes and is now a main attraction among tourists. The center houses spiders, scorpions, frogs, other reptiles, and monkeys.
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Science Center
This is administered by the University of Sao Paulo and offers insights on science, geography, geology, history and more. The center is mostly geared towards the inquisitive minds of children.
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Banespa Tower
This monumental tower was established in 1947 and takes after the New York Empire State Building. The building has an observation deck and a museum at the top. The observation deck is a great place to see Sao Paulo from a distance and the energy that it imbibes.
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Martinelli Building
Famous for being Sao Paulo’s first sky-scraper and constructed in the 1950s, the Martinelli Building is patterned after Gothic architecture. There is a penthouse at the top which is extraordinary to say the least. The view from the rooftop is also quite breath-taking, but requires special permission.
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Sao Bento Monastery
This Norman-Byzantine style church was designed by a German architect and boasts a huge pipe organ with 6,000 pipes and an image of the Kasperovo Virgin that is adorned with 6,000 pearls from the Black Sea.
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Museum of Sacred Art
As the name suggests, this museum has about 4,000 artifacts that are considered sacred in Brazil. There are some fabulous baroque and rococo art pieces that are worth seeing. The artifacts date as far back as the 17th century.
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Teatro Municipal
The Municipal Theatre was built in the early 20th century and has various art-nouveau building elements. The theatre has a capacity of 1,500 people and is home to many cultural and performing art events in the city. Guided tours are available but require advance bookings.
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Pinacoteca do Estado
Known for its State Art Gallery that has over 5,000 works of art old and new, the Estado is a haven for art lovers. The restaurant here is also worth checking out.
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Praca Liberdade
For those looking to get a taste of the hustle and bustle of Sao Paulo, the Praca Liberdade must not be missed. This is a fair held every weekend that has on display (and sale) Asian food and crafts. It is also home to religious festivities and represents the essence of Sao Paulo’s diversity.
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Museum of Japanese Immigration
Since the Liberdade is largely the immigrant district of Sao Paulo, it seems reasonable that it pay homage to one of its largest immigrant groups by establishing a museum in its honor. This two-story museum features Japanese contributions to Brazilian horticulture and farming and has countless Second World War memorials.
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Sao Paulo Cultural Center (Centro Cultural FIESP)
Sao Paulo Cultural Center (Centro Cultural FIESP) This cultural centre has, among other things, a theatre, an art and comic book library, and various art exhibits.
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Sao Paulo Museum of Art
One of the biggest and best museums in the city, the Sao Paulo Museum of Art features over 7,000 works by artists such as Monet, Rembrandt, Picasso, and Van Gogh. The museum features a theatre and is also home to an antique fair.