Teresópolis

Cidade de Teresa (Teresa’s City) – is a tribute to Teresa Cristina (Therese Christine of the Two Sicilies), the wife of D. Pedro II (Peter II of Brazil). The imperial family was deeply captivated by the natural beauties and climate of this beautiful mountain range region, where they used to rest during frequent visits and holiday time.

It is worth climbing the way up to Teresópolis, the highest city in the State of Rio de Janeiro. With an excellent climate, a broad hospitality industry, diverse cuisine and magnificent nature, the city has every aspect to make your stay unforgettable.

For nature lovers, the visit to Serra dos Órgãos National Park is something not to be missed. With an area of more than 20,000 hectares, the nature reserve offers several options for trails and ecological tours. Another attraction that is worth visiting is Fonte Judith (Judith Fountain), a colonial style architecture work inaugurated in 1954. Covered in Portuguese tiles, the fountain has five water outlets in the shape of Fauns, pouring medicinal waters.

Famous for hosting the 5 time world champion football team, Granja Comary is also open to the public. Its 150,000 m2 area is divided into five fields, athlete assistance infrastructure and a modern training center.

Teresópolis is situated at the top of Serra dos Órgãos and that is where the main entrance to the National Park is, surrounded by beautiful landscapes such as rivers and waterfalls, and a rich flora and fauna.

City Specifications:

Area: 772.9 km2 (IBGE-2003)
Population: 138,081 inhabitants (CIDE-IBGE/2003).
Distance from the capital: 87 Km (DER-RJ - 2004)
Duration of journey: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Area Code: 21
Altitude: 871 m (CIDE-IBGE/2003)
Climate: subtropical highland
Average annual temperature: 17º C

Tourist Information:

Secretaria Municipal de Turismo (City Department of Tourism)
Website: www.teresopolis.rj.gov.br
Address: Av. Rotariana, s/n°
District: Vista Soberba – Cep: 25960-610 - Phone: (21) 2644 4182/4095

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