Curitiba is one of the most
prosperous and organized cities in Brazil.
Curitiba was founded in the 17th century as a gold-mining camp, became the capital of the State of Paraná in 1854 and grew rapidly after 1940. Its 1.8 million people are a synthesis of several cultures of immigrants that arrived in the city during the 19th century and early 20th century.
The city has a temperate climate and an average altitude of 908 meters. The average temperature during the summers is 21°C, and during the winter, 13°C. See also Iguaçu Falls ►
