A little about the city
Cruzeiro is a municipality in the state of São Paulo, in the Vale do Paraíba region. Cruzeiro is strategically located along the Rodovia Presidente Dutra, which connects the cities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. In addition, the city is close to major tourist destinations in the region, such as Aparecida do Norte and Campos do Jordão. Cruzeiro is known as an important destination for religious tourism due to its proximity to Aparecida do Norte, home of the Santuário Nacional de Nossa Senhora Aparecida, the largest Marian shrine in the world. Thousands of the faithful visit the region every year in search of faith and devotion. The area around Cruzeiro is marked by beautiful natural scenery, such as waterfalls, nature trails, and areas of preserved forest. Highlights include the Cachoeira do Bracuí and the Serra da Mantiqueira, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, bike rides, and observing the local flora and fauna.
