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Mesoregion in Santa Catarina, Brazil
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Western Santa Catarina is a region of the state of Santa Catarina in Southern Brazil. The region is called the “granary of the State”, as it has a large agro-industrial production, agriculture and livestock, slaughterhouses and food industry. The region has nicknames, being known as the "Verdant Valleys of Uruguay" or, historically, called the "New Colonies Region". The region is particularly attractive due to its traditional cuisine, thermal waters and the beauty of its nature and natural parks.
By road
There are regular bus lines for road transport to the state of Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul and the state capital.
To travel in the region, it is possible to use public transport by bus (in cities between cities), renting vehicles for travel, private transport services (taxis, uber and 99).
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Chapecó is a town in Western Santa Catarina. It is the region's main transport hub, and a major industrial, financial and educational center.
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