Presidente Prudente

Understand

Presidente Prudente occupies an area of 562 km², of which 16.5 km² are in urban area, and its population was estimated in 2010 at 208,000 dwellers, then being the 36th most populous in São Paulo. Today the municipality is formed by the city of Presidente Prudente and districts, Ameliópolis, Eneida, Floresta do Sul and Montalvão, subdivided in about 220 neighborhoods. Prudente is next to the river basin of the Paraná River, in its territory several sub-basins of small and medium streams with important roles in your configuration, and being drained by streams Veado and Cedro, belonging to the river Santo Anastacio basin; and the stream of Onça and river Mandaguari, belonging to the Peixe River basin. The city presents itself gently undulating with continuous occurrence of hills, in the vast majority with dividers made of waterways.

History The city of Presidente Prudente was named after President Prudente de Morais, who was a Brazilian lawyer and politician, first governor of the state of São Paulo (1889-1890). With the great economic crisis of 1929, the economy of municipalities linked to coffee production suffered great shock and Presidente Prudente introduced economic activities such as the cultivation of cotton. The industrialization of the city began in the mid-1930s. In the 1940s much of the usable land in the area was made up of pastures. The increasing importance of cattle ranching in the High Sorocabana region was accomplished by deforestation. The correlated industrial activities in the early days of logging, turned to the transformation of raw materials, mainly offered by cattle breeding.

Climate

The Presidente Prudente climate is tropical rainy with less dry and cold winters (with occurrence of light frosts in a few days of the season) and rainy summers with temperatures high. July is the driest month, and January the rainiest month. In the 2010s, however, the hot, dry days during the winter have been increasingly frequent, often surpassing 30°C, especially between the months of July and September.

Getting there

Presidente Prudente is about 350 mi (560 km) west of the state capital.

By plane 1 State Airport Adhemar de Barros (Aeroporto Estadual Adhemar de Barros), Assis Chateaubriand Highway, Km 459 (entrance on highway), ☏ +55 18 3222-8099. As of November 2024 three airlines operate flights to Presidente Prudente; Azul, Gol and Voepass (on behalf of LATAM) - a couple of services a day to both airports in the state capital São Paulo and Campinas just outside and weekly flights to Porto Seguro and Recife further away. It is the third busiest airport in the state of São Paulo, managed by São Paulo Airports. As the airport is outside the urban area, transportation between the airport to the city can be done by taxi and car rental. Airport parking is charged. Gol Airlines (Gol Linhas Aéreas), ☏ +55 18 3916-1158. Azul Airlines (Azul Linhas Aéreas), ☏ +55 18 3222-0078.

By bus 2 Presidente Prudente Bus Station (Terminal Rodoviário de Presidente Prudente), Avenida Brasil, 1380 (2 km from the Raposo Tavares highway), ☏ +55 18 3903-5051. The Presidente Prudente Bus Station has several companies intercity transportation. You will find cafes, newsagents and taxi rank.

By car The city of Presidente Prudente has three state highways.

SP 270 (Raposo Tavares highway) - Connects São Paulo the Presidente Epitácio to the border of Mato Grosso do Sul, past Presidente Prudente . The highway is concessioned by CART - Dealership Auto Raposo Tavares. This highway toll account, see the points of collections and their values ​​by site http://www.cartsa.com.br SP 501 (Júlio Budisk road) - Link between Presidente Prudente and SP 294 - Captain João Ribeiro de Barros road, crossing cities New Alta Paulista Osvaldo Cruz, Adamantina, Dracena and Panorama. SP 425 (Chateaubriant Assis highway) - Connects the state motto of São Paulo with the states of Minas Gerais and Paraná. This road serves as a link to Presidente Prudente São José do Rio Preto and the city served by SP 300 - Marshal Rondon highway.

Getting around

On foot Presidente Prudente is an easy enough city to walk. The main traffic routes are basically flat, with few slopes. Paths are narrow in the central area, meaning you might be in for some tight squeezes between traffic and other pedestrians. The footpaths are somewhat haphazard, so pay attention as you walk.

By bus The city does not have exclusive lines Tour, but companies making mass transit, covering areas considered tourist and of great importance to the city and region. Find out the schedules and itineraries with transport companies by phone or information stations. One can consult routes and schedules through the President Prudente City Hall site. (only in Portuguese)

TCPP Company, ☏ +55 18 3311-1000. PrudenExpress Company, ☏ +55 18 2101-9300.

By car Traffic can seem a bit chaotic, but the city council and the secretariat responsible for city traffic are making the necessary improvements in their way. The streets are old urban structures projects are narrow, which need careful attention of the driver to have no problems with the cars of his right, whether moving or parked. Avoid transit through central pathways, which are among the avenues Brasil, Manoel Goulart, Coronel Marcondes and Washingon Luiz on weekdays. There's a lot of both pedestrian traffic and a large concentration of cars. Another problem is the parking issue, and in the central area for the collection of "Blue Zone" (Rotary Park). Outside this perimeter there are also difficulties in finding places to park on weekdays, especially in the central perimeter and the shopping centers where parking is charged. There are a lot of speed bumps. The municipality has fixed electronic surveillance, allowing a maximum speed of 60 km/h on the fine passage in red lights. The city also has mobile radars, which can be in any avenue monitoring traffic. In the central area are not allowed large vehicles with more than two tons.

Car rental 1 Alugue Brasil, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 3636, ☏ +55 18 3229 9111. (updated Nov 2015) 2 Localiza, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 1784, ☏ +55 18 3221 5474. (updated Nov 2015) 3 Unidas, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 1995, ☏ +55 18 3223 9522. (updated Nov 2015)

By taxi Prudente has radio taxi companies and taxi points throughout the city.

Radio Taxi Econômico, ☏ +55 18 3221-3600. Rádio Táxi Presidente Prudente, ☏ +55 18 3907-1000. Radio Taxi Central 24H, ☏ +55 18 3906-1414. Cesar Táxi Vip 24H, ☏ +55 18 997-075-092.

See

1 San Sebastian Cathedral (Catedral de São Sebastião), Praça Monsenhor Sarrion, ☏ +55 18 3223-2016. San Sebastian Cathedral was an old dream of perpetual vicar of Presidente Prudente, Father Jose Maria Martinez Sarrion. So in 1927 he decided to create a commission to leave the field in an attempt to raise funds, made up of members of prominent families at the time: Armelin, Tenorio de Barros, Peretti, Toledo, Franco de Godoy and others. The Church of the plant was made by Francisco Oroz, construction directed and performed by Francisco Grotto and idealized by Luiz Mesquita. The curious thing occurs in the plant design, cross-shaped. The works began two years after the commission formed. Completed in 1949, the church became pride of the city and reference point. The project also had the goal of becoming the seat of the diocese, which occurred in 1961. 2 Balneário da Amizade, Avenida Ana Jacinta, 3282, ☏ +55 18 3906 2460. After 25 years of waiting, the public space was revitalized by the government and handed over to the public in 2015. Balneário was part of an integration partnership between the City and the Basic Sanitation Company of the State of São Paulo. It is open to the public for free, with ample space fields, parks, kiosks and snack bars that provide a great day for anyone, family or group of friends who want to spend the day in space. The kiosks are reserved in advance by the payment of a small fee. (updated Nov 2015)

3 Cultural Center Matarazzo (Centro Cultural Matarazzo), Rua Quintino Bocaiúva, 749, ☏ +55 18 3226-3399. M-Sa 08:30-22:00; Su 10:00-22:00. The space, which was used for cotton processing in its golden phase of production, was carefully analyzed and architecturally appropriate to create environments and receive various cultural functions simultaneously and for many different audiences. It has libraries, exhibition halls, craft workshops, small schools of art, rooms for teaching and performances of music, and ample space reserved for digital inclusion, equipped with computers and their instructors. The Cultural Center also has theater Paulo Roberto Lisboa. A modern theater with 530 seats, sound quality and a stage with ample space for large shows. Free. 4 Children's City (Cidade da Criança), Raposo Tavares highway, Km 561, ☏ +55 18 3902-9333. A landscaped complex of forests, lakes, forests and other natural elements or built for leisure, recreation, scientific and educational activities. Are 172 hectares, of which 46 are of the type of the Atlantic forest remaining within the original ecosystem that covered the western region of

Do

Cinema 1 Moviecom, Prudenshopping, ☏ +55 18 3223-1508. Visit the website for information, schedules and ticket values​​. This movie has four exhibition halls, one 3D. 2 Arco Íris Cinemas, Parque Shopping Prudente, ☏ +55 18 3221-3736. Visit the website for information, schedules and ticket values​​. This movie has 3 theaters

Fishing There are a couple of ponds for recreational fishing just outside the city :

3 Pesqueiro Guarinão, Avenida Alberto Bonfiglioli, 10.000, ☏ +55 18 3909-6348. 4 Pesqueiro Zóio D'água, Assis Chateaubriand highway, Km 455, ☏ +55 18 3223 0912.

Events National Theatre Festival Presidente Prudente (Festival Nacional de Teatro de Presidente Prudente), Theatres and Squares. The Festival that takes place every year, which brings companies throughout Brazil to present the city in its theaters, theaters arena and in the streets. Prices on request. 5 Book Fair (Salão do Livro), Events Centre of IBC (Centro de Eventos do IBC). The Book Fair Presidente Prudente was created to encourage reading through interactive contact the author to the reader, providing a chat with people who like to write with who like to read. Free. 6 Nikkei Fest, ACAE Club (Clube da ACAE). This is an event to promote and maintain the Japanese culture and can be checked: exhibitions, workshops, crafts, martial arts, music and dance show, "Nikkei Girl" and the best of Japanese cuisine. Prices on request. 7 Festival of Nations (Festa das Nações), Events Centre of IBC (Centro de Eventos do IBC), ☏ +55 18 3223-2267. The festival takes place on account of the celebrations of the patron saint Our Lady of Mount Carmel. The event tents typical of many nations: German, African, American, Arabic, Brazilian, Spanish, Greek, Hawaiian (juice), English, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, sweets, drinks and Tent Sisters of Plentiful Redemption. Prices on request. 8 Arena Rodeo Festival, Ranch Quarter Horses (Rancho Quarto de Milha). The Arena Rodeo Festival Presidente Prudente is one of the most anticipated events for the local and regional population, the largest indoor arena in Latin America. This is a rodeo complete with a megastructure, food court and shows. The event features country singers regional and national prominence. Prices on request. 9 Christmas Concerts (Concertos de Natal). The Christmas concerts together various artistic presentations and demonstrations, giving the public direct contact with the various languages ​​of the arts in general. With the Christmas theme, so all presentations are based for universal fellowship and celebration of this importa

Buy

1 Prudenshopping, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 2400, ☏ +55 18 2101-9700. M-Sa 10:00-22:00; Su and holidays 14:00-20:00; food court, leisure and entertainment, 11:00-23:00 everyday. Largest center of shopping, leisure and gastronomy of Presidente Prudente and region, Prudenshopping has 220 stores in all industries - a diversity that includes the needs and expectations of customers, who enjoy a large architectural space always updated with beauty, accessibility, security and comfort. Big brands are present in the region through. With such diversity, the mall offers products and services to customers of all ages - from children to those in the 'best age'. Parking at the hotel is paid. 2 Parque Shopping Prudente, Rua Siqueira Campos, 1545, ☏ +55 18 3221-8084. M-Sa 10:00-22:00; Su and holidays, 14:00-20:00; food court, leisure and entertainment, 11:00-22:00 everyday. Present in the city everyday since 1986, Prudente Parque Shopping is the first mall in the city of Presidente Prudente. Consolidated with success for over two decades in the West Paulista, it has a privileged location, a very few meters from ground zero, City Hall, Santa Casa, the Poupatempo, Highway and other major public and private institutions of Presidente Prudente. The Prudente Parque Shopping offers a varied mix of stores, mall of services, with graphic, Lottery and ATMs. Shopping also offers an excellent food court with restaurants, coffee shops, fast food, coffee shops and ice cream parlors, with options for every taste. Parking at the establishment is charged. 3 Euromarket, Rua Dr. Cyro Bueno, 555, [email protected]. Shopping complex facing the cuisine, similar to municipal markets of large shopping centers, with the difference of having a mix of stores and service providers in one place. It has a good location near the Raposo Tavares highway, with parking spaces and the European style as inspiration for decorating their environments.

Eat

Presidente Prudente is a full plate for anyone visiting. It is not difficult to find bars, restaurants, tapas bars, pizzerias, pubs, snack bars, has it all! Just do not eat who does not want.

Budget

Who has little money the city offers everything from large networks of restaurants, fast food, offering affordable, to snack bars with simple snacks.

1 Bett's Burger, Rua José Feliciano de Campos, 176, ☏ +55 18 3908 1150. One of the most famous snacks of the city, Bett's Burger offers the typical prudentino snack, on a hamburger bun with various fillings in a relaxed and very familiar environment. 2 Empório do Pão, Rua José Claro, 188, ☏ +55 18 3223 9646. Bakery with sweet and savory products. 3 Panificadora Formosa, Avenida Brasil, 2860, ☏ +55 18 3223 2188. Bakery. 4 Sodiê Doces, Rua Tenente Nicolau Maffei, 634, ☏ +55 18 3221 4810. Bakery. 5 Tio Patinhas (Uncle Scrooge), Rua Tenente Nicolau Maffei, 392 (no Calçadão da Maffei com Rua Siqueira Campos), ☏ +55 18 3223 5464. The oldest and most traditional diner in town, are over 60 years serving generations that pass through the boardwalk Prudente. Make sure you try the chicken drumstick Uncle Scrooge.

Mid-range Have a little more money in your pocket, options also abound.

6 Água Doce Cachaçaria, Rua Cyro Bueno, 616 (100 m from Cristo na Manoel Goulart), ☏ +55 18 3908 4507. One of the best known cachaças chains in Brazil is present in Prudente. With pub cuisine dishes and the best spirits. 7 Alphaville Espetaria, Rua Julio Prestes, 471 (200 m from Avenida Coronel Marconde), ☏ +55 18 3217 2221. A wide variety of meat and vegetarian skewers in a relaxed and friendly environment. 8 Fulô de Mandacaru, Avenida Washington Luis, 1030 (a 300m do Colégio Cristo Rei), ☏ +55 18 3222 7698. A piece of the heart of northeast Prudente. The most varied dishes with typical Northeast flavors and the most refreshing drinks. 9 Banzai Sushi House, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 1384 (near the intersection with 12 de outubro), ☏ +55 18 3916 7869. A rich and varied choice of the best of oriental cuisine. 10 Rangoo Hamburgeria, Avenida Coronel Marcondes, 2522 (300 m from Santa Casa), ☏ +55 18 3916 7872. The tastiest burgers in the region, made with prime cuts by gourmands and chefs specialize in creating the perfect snacks.

Splurge If you are wealthy, there are fancy places and very well attended.

Dachô Restaurante Japonês, 2 addresses Prudente. Japanese cuisine. The Dacho offers a full menu of sushi, sashimi, soba and more oriental flavors. It is worth asking the sushi rotation of the house. 11 Dachô - Jardim Paulist

Drink & nightlife

Bar 1 Bar da Estação, Rua Júlio Tiezzi, 40 (in front of the old train station (Estação Ferroviária)), ☏ +55 18 3903 2232. Beer bar. 2 DeckBar, Avenida Onze de Maio, 1585 (in front of Parque do Povo), ☏ +55 18 3908 7096. Drink bar, also serving food. Sometimes live music performances.

Nightclubs 3 Route 270 (Boate Route), Avenida Joaquim Constantino, 1231 (near Rio 400), ☏ +55 18 3908 7663. Nightclub. 4 NYLounge, Avenida da Saudade, 1719 (Antigo Bohemio), ☏ +55 18 981 010 822. LGBT nightclub.

Sleep

1 Hotel Gralha Azul, Avenida Antônio Canhetti, 901, ☏ +55 18 3918-7000, [email protected]. Business hotel with conference and event rooms, free parking and Wi-Fi. Breakfast included in the rates. 24h reception. Laundry service. Excellent quality and receptivity. 2 Godoy Palace Hotel, Avenida Antônio Manzano, 38, ☏ +55 18 3906-9900, [email protected]. 42 luxury rooms, a/c, breakfast included in the rates. In an easily accessible location the hotel provides one of the best views in town. R$280. 3 ibis Presidente Prudente Manoel Goulart, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 2070, ☏ +55 18 3355-6363, [email protected]. Mid-range hotel, part of the global Accor Hotels chain. Rooms have A/C, minibar, tv, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a bar. R$260. 4 Muchiutt Park Hotel, Avenida Coronel Marcondes, 3187, ☏ +55 18 3918-1644, [email protected]. Private parking and Wi-Fi, breakfast included in the rates, private bathrooms. Receptivity and quality are the strong Muchiutt with easy location is 6 minutes from downtown. R$230. 5 ibis Styles Presidente Prudente Portal D'Oeste, Avenida Brasil, 1501, ☏ +55 18 2101-0000, [email protected]. Mid-range hotel, part of the French global chain. TV, private bathroom, mini-fridge in the rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, pool and six conference rooms. R$230. 6 Aruá Hotel, Avenida Coronel Marcondes, 1111, ☏ +55 18 2101-4666. The hotel has valet parking, 24h reception, a gym and sauna area and an outdoor pool and terrace area. All rooms have private bathroom and cable TV. R$330. 7 Brasão Palace Hotel, Rua Barão do Rio Branco, 454, ☏ +55 18 3221-3422, [email protected]. Established in 1966, but modernized over time. Private parking, free Wi-Fi, breakfast included in rates, air-conditioning, cable TV in the rooms. There's also a conference room. In the center of Presidente Prudente, near the boardwalk, banking agencies and the city's best restaurants. R$260.

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