Discover São José dos Pinhais.
São José dos Pinhais is a city located in the state of Paraná, in the south of Brazil. Its history dates back to the 18th century, when Portuguese settlers and drovers from Sorocaba, in São Paulo, established themselves in the region. The municipality developed mainly due to cattle ranching, agriculture, and later, industrialization.In the 19th century, the city of São José dos Pinhais was an important stopping point for drovers traveling between the South and Southeast of Brazil, due to its strategic location. Later, with the arrival of the railway, the local economy was further strengthened.In the 1970s, the city underwent an intense process of urbanization and industrialization, which significantly contributed to its economic and population growth. Nowadays, São José dos Pinhais is known not only for its history linked to drovers but also for being an important industrial hub in the state of Paraná.Additionally, the city stands out for its natural beauty, including the Serra do Mar and the abundance of pine trees, which are part of the local landscape and contribute to the region's identity. São José dos Pinhais also hosts traditional cultural and gastronomic events, such as the Pinhão Festival, which attract tourists from all over the country.
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