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Avaré

Avaré is a city in the State of São Paulo, Brazil, located 270 km from the capital. Established on 15 September 1861 by Major Vitoriano de Souza Rocha and Domiciano Santana, the city was developed around the chapel of Our Lady of the Good Death. The population in 2010 was about 83,000 inhabitants. The economy is based on agriculture, cattle ranching and tourism. The attractions include the Jurumirim Hydroelectric Dam. The city has its own airport, Avaré-Arandu Airport. Tourism is an important aspect in Avaré, which today is virtually a large ranch. Traditional events occur throughout the year, such as the Feira das Nações, where typical foods of various countries are served, and the FAMPOP, whose objective is to highlight and award singers, musicians and composers. Natural attractions such as Terra da Água, do Verde e do Sol also invite tourists to the beauty of Avaré's large reservoir. The city is also distinguished as a center of higher education. Many students from the surrounding region come to Avaré seeking a quality education and a chance to study. The Faculdade Sudoeste Paulista and other higher education institutions are located there.

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