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São José
City
Flag of São José
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Official seal of São José
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Location of São José
Location of São José
São José, Santa Catarina is located in Brazil
São José, Santa Catarina
São José, Santa Catarina
Location in Brazil
Country Brazil Brazil
Region South
State Santa Catarina (state) Santa Catarina
Founded March 19, 1750
Area
 • City 113.171 km2 (43.696 sq mi)
Elevation
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Population
 (2018 est.)
 • City 242,927
 • Density 2,146.548/km2 (5,559.53/sq mi)
 • Urban
208,017
 • Metro
877,706
Time zone UTC-3 (UTC-3)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-2 (UTC-2)
HDI (2000) 0.849
Website www.pmsj.sc.gov.br
Aterro Beira Mar São José (Santa Catarina Brasil)
Aerial view of São José

São José is a city located in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. It is very close to Florianópolis, about 5 kilometers away. São José actually surrounds the part of Florianópolis that is on the mainland.

This city is one of the oldest in Santa Catarina. It was first settled on October 26, 1750. The first people to arrive were 182 couples from the Azorean islands. Later, in 1829, German settlers also came to the area.

How São José Became a City

São José grew quickly over time. Its population increased, and its economy became stronger. Because of this growth, it changed from being just a parish to a village (which is like a small town or municipality) on March 1, 1833. Then, in May 1856, it officially became a city.

What Is São José Known For?

Unlike Florianópolis, which is a big tourist spot, São José is more focused on industries. It has many businesses that make things like telecommunication equipment. You can also find textile factories and companies that process food here.

The city has two main areas that are important. These are the Kobrasol district and the Historic Centre.

Life in São José

São José is a good place to live. It ranks 21st in Brazil on the Human Development Index (HDI). This index measures things like how long people live, how much education they get, and their standard of living.

The city is also an important travel hub. The major BR-101 highway goes right through São José. This makes it a key entry point for people traveling to Florianópolis.

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