Excursions in Curitiba mainly consists of a trip to the neighboring cites and regions of Brazil. These tours and excursions in Curitiba allow the guests to make the city a base to explore the natural habitats and cultural stops of the country.
One of the most popular Excursion trips in Curitiba that is availed by large number of domestic and international tourists is the community farming centers of ethnic groups at Araucaria. The ethnic groups of Poles and Parana who settled in the region around the late 19th and 20th Centuries, and their lifestyle and folk tradition is still preserved by the descendents. The small settlements and towns across the city of Curitiba have become important tourist destinations. At Araucaria, one should visit the Parque Cachoeira, a large recreational area which is dotted with araucaria trees. There is an outdoor museum for the convenience of the tourists who can get a clear idea about the history of the region.
Another popular excursion tour from Curitiba is Santa Felicidade. 8 kilometers from Curitiba, this is a farming colony that can be traced back to 1878 when the Italians settled here. There are interesting church ruins that reflect the Italian influence. But what will certainly enthrall the tourists is the grape and wine production and the folk dancing festivals that dot the yearly calendar. Make sure that your excursion trip coincides with the grape festival which is held annually in February or the wine festival in June/July. On should sample intricately prepared cuisines at the many restaurants of the region that specializes in Sicilian and Neapolitan dishes. Though few of the dishes are influenced by the spicy local cuisines of Brazil, the rustic dishes will certainly remind the tourists of Italy.
One can also visit Parque Estadual de Vila Velha which is famous for its 23 rock pillar structure which has been carved from glacial sandstone deposits. The abstract sculptures and formations form an integral part of Curitiba Tours.
The best method to view these excursion destinations in Curitiba is by availing packaged tours that are offered by local tour operators while one can also travel by themselves in local transportation. The above mentioned destinations are well connected with the heart of Curitiba.
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