Florianopolis - The Paradise For Surf
As we know the place where the locals are used to spend their vacation is considered to be the best in this region. Florianopolis is the favorite place of Brazilians as well as Argentineans, Uruguayans and Chileans. It is famous by a great variety of beaches: the long ones, with soft sand; with strong waves; with calm lagoons; urbanized and deserted. It is a real paradise for sailing, windsurf and fishing lovers. Moreover, you are able to enjoy World Surf Competition which includes 50 competitors, professional as well as amateurs.
Being the capital of the State Santa Catarine, Florianopolis is located on the South of the country, partly on the island. The Northern and Central regions of Florianopolis are created specially for tourists. There you can find various hotels, lodges, resorts and services. In other words, infrastructure is developed and Florianopolis can really be called the Tourist Capital of Santa Catarina. Those who are interested in traditions and history of Brazil can visit the Southern part of the city. Just stroll about the streets of this countryside districts. The dwellers of these districts speak in their own way, prefer handicraft activities and folkloric feasts. In the previous times, this island was a whale hunter center. Nowadays it is the technological pole of the IT industry.
How to get there
By Bus
The Rita Maria Bus Station is the main bus station in this region. You can get there from any city of Brazil as well as from the capitals of Paraguay, Chile, Argentina and Uruguay.
By Car
These are the main highways (also read more info on moving around Brazil):
- From Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo - BR-116/ BR-376/ BR-101
- From Porto Alegre - BR-290/ BR-101
- From Curtiba - BR-376/ BR-101
The distances from various parts of Brazil are the following:
- Rio de Janeiro - 1,180 km
- Sao Paulo - 700 km
- Brasilia - 1,700 km
- Porto Alegre - 460 km
By Plane
The International Airport Hercilio Luz, is located 12 km from downtown. You can get there from the country's capitals and from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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