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The trail between the villages of São Francisco Xavier and Monte Verde (in Minas Gerais) has about 15 km and medium difficulty. It offers an exhuberant view on its highest point. Having a guide is advised.
Created to rescue the history of the technological progress the city, showcasing mainly military and aerospace equipment developed in the country, including the second prototype of the Bandeirante, the first Brazilian commercial and military aircraft. In the outside there is a tribute to the men who died in an accident at the Alcântara Launch Center, in 22 August 2003.
Museu de Arte Sacra de São José dos Campos
The chapel, built in 1908, used to be very crowded and is where troops and travellers gave thanks for the safety of their trips. It hosts a museum of sacred art.
Antiga Câmara Municipal
Built in 1926, the small palace was the previous home of the City Council and was also once the first high school of the city. Now it hosts local culture expositions, a sports museum and a police department.
The "Banhado" is a huge depression and an environmental protection area located just west of downtown and north of Av. Anchieta. It offers a spectacular view, especially during the sunset, which can be enjoyed from the bars, cafes and sidewalks of the avenues surrounding it.
Parque Vicentina Aranha
The former sanatorium, finished in 1924, was projected by Ramos de Azevedo and belonged to Santa Casa de Misericórida, a charity organization associated with the Catholic church. It belongs now to the municipality and its gardens are a public park.
Located in the place of foundation of São José dos Campos. It was constructed in 1934 to replace the original church, which had collapsed in 1831.