Apucarana: Roman Catholic Diocese of Apucarana - Our Lady of Lourdes Cathedral

Apucarana combines the energy of a regional centre with the quieter rhythm of an agricultural hinterland in a way that reflects its position on the Paraná Plateau in northern Paraná. Coffee played a major part in the twentieth-century settlement and economy of this part of Brazil, a legacy still evident in the rural surroundings. Apucarana is also widely known as Brazil’s Capital Nacional do Boné, a reference to its long-established cap-manufacturing sector. Browse additional webcams from northern Paraná to extend your view of Apucarana and its plateau setting.

Among Brazil’s states, Paraná stands out for its span from the Atlantic coast across the Serra do Mar to the Paraná River. Forested uplands, farming country and major cities give this southern state a varied character, while the Paraná River marks much of its western frontier. In the southwest, Iguaçu National Park contains Brazil’s side of Iguaçu Falls and is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Curitiba, the state capital, reflects the immigrant traditions that have shaped Paraná, including Polish, Ukrainian, Italian and German communities. Explore related webcams around Paraná to gain a broader sense of this southern Brazilian state.

Brazil has served as a Portuguese colonial link between Europe and South America since the 16th century. Its immense territory extends from the Amazon River basin in the north to the Atlantic coast, with the Pantanal wetlands and Brazilian Highlands creating very different regions inland. Rio de Janeiro sits beside Guanabara Bay beneath Sugarloaf Mountain, while Brasília is known for its planned layout and modernist buildings by Oscar Niemeyer. Portuguese is the official language, and football, regional cuisines and Carnival celebrations are central to public life across the country. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Brazil.