Araraquara


Araraquara is a city in the state of São Paulo in Brazil. The population is 226,508 in an area of 1004 km². It is also known as "the abode of the sun," because of its impressive sunset and because of its hot atmosphere, especially in summer. The city was founded in 1817.

History

Etymology

There are two possible origins for the name of the city. One that links it to the Tupi-Guarani language of the region's indigenous inhabitants, and another that relates it to the Língua Geral of São Paulo.
The two versions come from similar expressions "arará kûara" and "arara kûara", which means "lair of the macaws."

Geography

The city is located in the Microregion of Araraquara, part of the Mesoregion of Araraquara, and is 270 km north of São Paulo.

Tourism

The city's downtown is filled with bars and restaurants, especially around the universities, and the nightlife draws many visitors from nearby cities.

Transport

The city is served by Bartolomeu de Gusmão Airport.

Sport

is the local football team of the city. The club plays home matches at Estádio Fonte Luminosa, which has a maximum capacity of 27,000 people.