Ibis, Sao Paulo

Advantages: São Paulo
Disadvantages: São Paulo

...The city of São Paulo officially became a city in 1711. In the 19th century, it experienced a lot of economic prosperity, brought about by coffee exports, which were shipped abroad from the port of the neighbouring city of Santos. It is one of the big 5 cities that exist in the world. It is the business centre of Brazil and, has many of the down sides of any big city: São Paulo is located on a plateau that is part of the Serra do Mar. Although there are no beaches in Sao Paulo there are places along the coast of Sao Paulo State. Rainfall is abundant, especially in the warmer months. One of the biggest financial centers of Brazil and the world. São Paulo is the most ethnically diverse city of Brazil.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful

Advantages: Many restaurants
Disadvantages: Pollution and traffic

...Sao Paolo is the biggest city in Brazil, but it is not the capital, as many >people think. It is a metropolis with people from different origin, and there >are many Asian descendents too. This blend of origins and cultures makes it an >interesting place in terms of restaurants. Sao Paolo is also the largest >financial centre in South America, still, there are shantytowns and poor >people in the streets. In summer Sao Paolo is better avoided due to the >negative effects of the combination of pollution and heat. For those looking for a worn in Brazil, there are plenty of opportunities as an Englich language teacher. If you hold a qualification it is better, but even if you do not, it should not be difficult to find a position as long as your command of the language is good.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Cheap
Disadvantages: Dirty

...Sao Paulo is a strange city. It is home to the multi million pound grand prix circus that visits Brazil once a year. Yet next to the Sao Paulo circuit's glitz and glamour lies the poverty of the shanty towns that make up the majority of the city. Here people are begging and struggling to feed their families in one of the fastest growing civilisations in the world. People often think of the Rio carnival when they talk of Brazil or the lavely beaches. People often forget the other side to Brazil. The side of disease and poverty and poor quality of living. There is a very distinct "them and us" culture developing in Brazil. You either have it or you dont.... Read review

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