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Brazil

Criciúma / In the heart of Southern Brazil.

MeowScore 😸82/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

July

Escape summer heat for cooler winter climate (7-12 words)

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january

Visit Criciuma for its beautiful beaches (max. 20 words)

🎉
february

Carnaval celebrations in Criciuma are not to be missed! (max. 20 words)

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march

Experience the city's colorful festival of Italian culture (max. 20 words)

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april

Enjoy the autumn foliage and mild weather (max. 20 words)

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may

Explore the city's historic sites with fewer crowds (max. 20 words)

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june

Witness Brazil's biggest music festival, Planeta Atlântida! (max. 20 words)

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july

Escape the northern hemisphere heat for a cooler winter climate in Criciuma (max. 20 words)

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august

Watch the city come alive during its annual agricultural fair (max. 20 words)

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september

Trek through the stunning Serra do Rio do Rastro mountain range (max. 20 words)

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october

Celebrate Oktoberfest Criciuma-style with German cuisine and beer (max. 20 words)

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november

Relax on the beaches before the heat of summer returns (max. 20 words)

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december

Experience Christmas in Brazil with unique traditions and decorations (max. 20 words)

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Criciuma is moderately expensive, with prices similar to those in other Brazilian cities. However, the city has a variety of shopping options.

Visit Nações Shopping for a variety of stores and restaurants, or try Mercado Publico for local goods at reasonable prices.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

passing through or business

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

passing through or business

Criciuma is a small city and often visited as a stopover or for business purposes.

Tipping

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No standard tipping culture in this city.

Tipping

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No standard tipping culture in this city.

Cash is preferred in many places, but credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting the bill is common, and rounding up the total is a nice gesture.

internet situation

bad Speed

Slow speeds reported by users

meh Availability

Availability is average in urban areas

good Cellular

Good coverage, especially with major carriers

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

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Cats who visit this city will find sunny spots on every corner, and plenty of fishy snacks to try.

Don't be surprised if you see cats lounging on the warm sandy beaches, enjoying the laid-back lifestyle.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Praça Nereu Ramos
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Parque das Águas
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Museu das Minas do Criciúma
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Shopping Della
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Parque das Nações

The mainstream

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Praça Nereu Ramos

A lively square in the heart of the city with street vendors, live music, and a fountain. A great spot for socializing and cat-watching. 🎶🐱👀

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Parque das Águas

A park with beautiful scenery and hiking trails, perfect for adventurous cats. The highlight is the stunning waterfall. 🌊🐾😼

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Museu das Minas do Criciúma

Explore the history of mining in the region through interactive exhibits. A paw-some educational experience for curious cats. ⚒️🔍😸

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Shopping Della

Indoor shopping center with plenty of shops and restaurants to explore. Cats can also relax in the pet-friendly areas. 🛍️🐾😺

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Parque das Nações

Catnip fields, playgrounds, and a lake for fishing. Perfect for cats who want to stretch their paws and enjoy the outdoors. 🌳🐟🐾

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Average infrastructure

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Mindful meoweler tips

Criciuma's coal mining history

Criciuma has a strong history of coal mining with several mines still operating today. Visitors can learn about this industry at the Mining Museum of Santa Catarina State.

Gauchos culture

Criciuma is located in the Gauchos region of Brazil, known for its cowboy culture and cuisine. Visitors can taste traditional dishes like churrasco and chimarão.

Festa de São Roque

Every August, Criciuma celebrates São Roque, the patron saint of the city with a religious procession, fireworks, and live music.

Beaches nearby

Criciuma is located about 20 km from the coast, with several beaches nearby like Balneário Rincão and Praia da Caçamba. Visitors can enjoy the sun and surf during their stay.

Hand-made glass industry

Criciuma is home to several artisanal glass factories, producing delicate and unique glassware. Visitors can tour the factories and purchase souvenirs.

Useful external sites

www.tripadvisor.com

TripAdvisor↗

Reviews and recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and attractions in Criciuma

www.lonelyplanet.com/brazil/santa-catarina/criciuma

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guide for Criciuma including things to do, places to stay, and local customs.

www.booking.com/city/br/criciuma.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

Online booking for accommodations in Criciuma

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