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Chapada dos Guimarães
A dramatic sandstone plateau near the geographic center of South America with the stunning 86-meter Véu de Noiva waterfall.
41 km · about 50 min drive
Mato Grosso, Brazil · South America
Cuiabá sits on the route: 15 minutes from Várzea Grande, 41km from Chapada dos Guimarães.
Cuiabá is a city located in Mato Grosso, Brazil. With a population of 618,124, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, Cuiabá sits in Brazil, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Cuiaba time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Cuiabá to your route.
Cuiabá (Portuguese pronunciation: [kujaˈba]) is the capital city and the largest city of the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso. It is located near the geographical centre of South America and also forms the metropolitan area of Mato Grosso, along with the neighbouring town of Várzea Grande. The city's name is anRead more
indigenous Bororo word meaning 'arrow-fishing', The city was founded in 1719, during the gold rush, and it has been the state capital since 1818. The city is a trading centre for an extensive cattle-raising and agricultural area. The capital is among the fastest-growing cities in Brazil, followed by the growth of agribusiness in Mato Grosso, despite the recession that is affecting Brazilian industries. Cuiabá was one of the host cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Cuiabá is the heart of an urban area that also includes the state's second largest city, Várzea Grande. The city is the seat of the Federal University of Mato Grosso and the largest football stadium of the state, Arena Pantanal.
The city is a rich mix of European, African and Native American influences and numerous museums reflect this. Cuiabá is also notable for its cuisine, dance, music and craftwork. Known as the "Southern gate to the Amazon", Cuiabá experiences a hot humid tropical climate.
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Cuiabá is located in Mato Grosso, Brazil, South America. The coordinates are -15.5961 latitude, -56.0967 longitude.
Cuiabá has a population of approximately 618,124 people, making it a city in Brazil.
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A dramatic sandstone plateau near the geographic center of South America with the stunning 86-meter Véu de Noiva waterfall.
41 km · about 50 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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