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    Curitiba ( Brazilian Portuguese: [kuɾiˈtʃibɐ]) is the capital and largest city in the state of Paraná in Southern Brazil. The city's population was 1,773,718 as of 2022, making it the eighth most populous city in Brazil and the largest in Brazil's South Region. [1] .

  2. Curitiba, city, capital of Parana state, southern Brazil. It lies about 3,050 feet (930 meters) above sea level near the Atlantic margin of the Brazilian Highlands and the headwaters of the Iguacu River. It was founded in 1654 as a gold-mining camp and became the state capital in 1854.

  3. Brazil, South America. While not necessarily sexy, Curitiba has long garnered praise for being one of the world’s best models of urban planning, mainly due to the bold initiatives of its three-term mayor, Jaime Lerner, whose daring moves in the early 1970s transformed a six-block length of downtown into a pedestrian zone (done in secret under ...

  4. Curitiba, PR. The French-inspired Botanical Garden of Curitiba is one of the Brazilian city’s most popular attractions, its colorful flowers, ponds, paths, and art nouveau greenhouse creating a sweet-smelling fairyland.

  5. Dec 23, 2014 · Things to Do in Curitiba, Brazil: See Tripadvisor's 444,111 traveler reviews and photos of Curitiba tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Curitiba. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

  6. May 24, 2020 · Known as one of the greenest cities in the world and a "laboratory of urban planning," Curitiba, the capital of the southern state of Paraná, Brazil, features a combination of cultural attractions, architectural marvels, and innovative design that make it a great destination.

  7. Oct 15, 2023 · Located in the country’s southern region, Curitiba is the capital of Paraná state and attracts visitors from many places. In this Curitiba travel guide, you will find everything you need to know, from pre-planning your trip to staying safe to visit the city and enjoy all it offers.