The
capital of the southern state of Paraná, Curitiba has been designated the
Environmental Center of Mercosur and the Software Capital of Brazil.Curitiba is a great example of a city that has embraced urban
planning and comprehensive transit systems.With visionary leaders and a creative, industrious workforce,
Curitiba has much in common with Orlando, including a central park with
swan boats.
Orlando became Sister Cities with Curitiba in 1996.
Quick
Facts
Government
Type: Federal
Republic
Currency:
real (BRL)
Exports:
Transport equipment, iron ore, soybeans, footwear, coffee, autos
Imports:
Machinery, electrical and transport equipment, chemical products,
oil, automotive parts, electronics
Climate:
Mostly tropical, but
temperate in south
Languages:
Portuguese (official), Spanish, English, French
