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This historical building, from 1953, marks the beginning of the transformation of Av. Paulista from a residential to a business/commercial area. It is a small shopping mall with stores, services, offices, small art exhibits and a movie theater. The building's digital clock is one of the symbols of the avenue.
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Famed for its wooden tile floors and Portuguese-style decoration in its entrance.
One of the few houses of old Paulista still standing, dating from 1905 and built by the coffee baron it is named after. It still belongs to the Franco de Mello family.
An enjoyable small park to rest for a bit. It has a tourism information office and free wifi in its area, making for a good spot to plan out or review your itinerary.
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Constructed by and home to a wealthy Syrian family in the 1900s, this mansion later became a bank, known for its gorgeous Christmas decor. Nowadays, it's a McDonald's restaurant, with a loud and colorful look.
Another old favorite among locals, this cinema houses special events for new Brazilian film releases.
This church was built in 1932, constructed in Greek-Roman architecture, in high contrast with the modern buildings surrounding it.