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Campinas: São Paulo’s Inland Technology Hub
Campinas lies about 99 km inland from São Paulo city, covering 795.7 km² of urban and rural districts. Known for UNICAMP and the Brazilian Synchrotron Light Laboratory, it serves primarily as a business and research center with Viracopos International Airport nearby.
Fast facts
- Country
- Brazil
- Region
- São Paulo
- Population
- Approx. 1.2 million
- Founded
- 1774
- Known for
- Agricultural research, technology industries, universities, coffee production
Campinas is a significant rail and road hub in the interior of São Paulo state, not a coastal destination.
The city’s economy and identity are strongly linked to education and technology, anchored by the University of Campinas (UNICAMP) and research facilities like LNLS.
Visitors typically use Campinas as a short-stay stopover or business base, with peak activity aligned with university events and local festivals such as the Festa do Divino in Joaquim Egídio. Its districts range from urban centers to rural areas, offering a mix of industrial and cultural scenes.
Festa do Divino in Joaquim Egídio
Attend the annual Festa do Divino, a traditional festival held in the rural district of Joaquim Egídio, usually marked by religious processions and local music.
UNICAMP Campus in Barão Geraldo
Visit the Barão Geraldo district to see UNICAMP’s campus, a major research and academic institution that shapes much of Campinas’ character.
Viracopos International Airport
Use Viracopos International Airport, a busy cargo and passenger hub that supports Campinas’ role as a logistics and business center.
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