Presidente Prudente is a city in the state of São Paulo. It's one of the main industrial and cultural centers of the São Paulo West, so much so that became known as the "Capital of the West Paulista".

Presidente Prudente occupies an area of 562 km², of which 16.5 km² are in urban area, and its population was estimated in 2010 at 208,000 dwellers, then being the 36th most populous in São Paulo. Today the municipality is formed by the city of Presidente Prudente and districts, Ameliópolis, Eneida, Floresta do Sul and Montalvão, subdivided in about 220 neighborhoods.

Prudente is next to the river basin of the Paraná River, in its territory several sub-basins of small and medium streams with important roles in your configuration, and being drained by streams Veado and Cedro, belonging to the river Santo Anastacio basin; and the stream of Onça and river Mandaguari, belonging to the Peixe River basin. The city presents itself gently undulating with continuous occurrence of hills, in the vast majority with dividers made of waterways.

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Map of Presidente Prudente

Presidente Prudente is about 350 mi (560 km) west of the state capital.

• -22.122797-51.3888591 ^{[dead link]} San Sebastian Cathedral (Catedral de São Sebastião), Praça Monsenhor Sarrion, ☏ +55 18 3223-2016. San Sebastian Cathedral was an old dream of perpetual vicar of Presidente Prudente, Father Jose Maria Martinez Sarrion. So in 1927 he decided to create a commission to leave the field in an attempt to raise funds, made up of members of prominent families at the time: Armelin, Tenorio de Barros, Peretti, Toledo, Franco de Godoy and others. The Church of the plant was made by Francisco Oroz, construction directed and performed by Francisco Grotto and idealized by Luiz Mesquita. The curious thing occurs in the plant design, cross-shaped. The works began two years after the commission formed. Completed in 1949, the church became pride of the city and reference point. The project also had the goal of becoming the seat of the diocese, which occurred in 1961. 
• -22.104762-51.4427162 Balneário da Amizade, Avenida Ana Jacinta, 3282, ☏ +55 18 3906 2460. After 25 years of waiting, the public space was revitalized by the government and handed over to the public in 2015. Balneário was part of an integration partnership between the City and the Basic Sanitation Company of the State of São Paulo. It is open to the public for free, with ample space fields, parks, kiosks and snack bars that provide a great day for anyone, family or group of friends who want to spend the day in space. The kiosks are reserved in advance by the payment of a small fee. (updated Nov 2015)

• -22.120805-51.3800453 Cultural Center Matarazzo (Centro Cultural Matarazzo), Rua Quintino Bocaiúva, 749, ☏ +55 18 3226-3399. M-Sa 08:30-22:00; Su 10:00-22:00. The space, which was used for cotton processing in its golden phase of production, was carefully analyzed and architecturally appropriate to create environments and receive various cultural functions simultaneously and for many different audiences. It has libraries, exhibition halls, craft workshops, small schools of art, rooms for teaching and performances of music, and ample space reserved for digital inclusion, equipped with computers and their instructors. The Cultural Center also has theater Paulo Roberto Lisboa. A modern theater with 530 seats, sound quality and a stage with ample space for large shows. Free. 
• -22.1731-51.3787634 Children's City (Cidade da Criança), Raposo Tavares highway, Km 561, ☏ +55 18 3902-9333. A landscaped complex of forests, lakes, forests and other natural elements or built for leisure, recreation, scientific and educational activities. Are 172 hectares, of which 46 are of the type of the Atlantic forest remaining within the original ecosystem that covered the western region of São Paulo. The park offers little train with scenic drive, kart track, which hosts official events of the local championship, playground of good structure, zoo, fishing (aimed at seniors), sports courts, rest areas, soccer field, lawn and sand, a modern planetarium, aviary and Education Center Alberico Marques Caiado. The complex also with the amusement park, observatory, food court and a water park. Prices on request. 
• -22.114928-51.378695 IBC Centro de Eventos, Rua Hugo Lacorte Vitale, 46, ☏ +55 18 3918 4200. The Events Center IBC has an area of 36 thousand square meters. Has the support of industry, administration, area with seating for 4000 people for achievements shows, fairs, congresses, area kiosks and parking for 400 vehicles. (updated Nov 2015)
• -22.11663-51.411586 Museum and Historical Archives of Presidente Prudente (Museu e Arquivo Histórico de Presidente Prudente Antônio Sandoval Netto), Rua João Gonçalves Foz, 2179, ☏ +55 18 3223-9404. Tu-F 08:00-17:00; Sa Su 08:00-12:00. Created more than 25 years, the museum houses a collection corresponding to about 90 years of Prudente history. The museum is housed in the old Municipal Slaughterhouse since 1973. The area of just over 5100 square meters, has been completely renovated and is now considered one of the most beautiful buildings of the city with its baroque style. To portray the 90th anniversary of Presidente Prudente history, the museum holds more than 6000 manuscripts and printed, one of the most important sources of information and municipal research. Also part of the Museum's collection and Municipal Historical Archive various screens, paintings, birds and stuffed animals. The entity can be seen the furniture in pioneering Goulart family, the hat of the first medical Prudente, Domingos Leonardo Cerávolo and also the first machine used by the newspaper O Imparcial. The equipment was purchased by the newspaper in 1952. Free. 

• -23.587778-46.6886117 Parque do Povo (People's Park), Avenues between 14 de Setembro and 11 de Maio. This extensive leisure area, very green, occupies a valley bottom that defied government. Built with funds donated by the federal government changed the physiognomy of the city insisted on stopping at that location, without the possibility of growth. Today is attraction for the population, with skating rinks, swimming pools, sports sets, cliclovias, jogging tracks, Swiss soccer field, playground and snack bars. It is a meeting place for athletes and locals concerned about their physical form, that there are hiking. The park is undergoing renovations.  
• -22.12304-51.388078 July Nine Square (Praça Nove de Julho). Opened in 1918, was known to the promenade, then Square Five July and finally Square Nine July, after the Constitutional Revolution of 1932. He went through several renovations since its inception. In 1925 was a wide open field, without leisure. Ten years later it was urbanized, with the construction of a gazebo, benches and a beginning of afforestation. In 1952, already with the light source, the square had malls and some current characteristics. The major redevelopment, however, occurred in the 1990s, with the exchange floor, the recovery of the source, construction of the Mario Celestino Teixeira Arena Theatre, toilets and landscaping. In addition to the recreation area with tables for practicing and playing board games. Today, the square serves as pedestrian circulation environment that go to the downtown to work, shopping and business, a meeting place for students, seniors who will enjoy the table games and serenades, plays and lectures in the arena theater. A new reform was made in 2013, maintaining its original features and redesigned landscaping. 
• -22.129992-51.4082059 Cherry Blossom Square (Praça das Cerejeiras), Jardim Esplanada. Built in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of Japanese immigration to Brazil in 1978. In 2007 it was transformed into a Japanese garden, completely renovated especially for the commemoration of the Centennial of Immigration. The garden before had a flat surface has been deliberately modified land dunes to have dimples (the reliefs mean the ups and downs and successes and difficulties of life), on which oriental typical trees were planted, such as camellias, cherry, matsu and others in small spaces ranging from the huge stones of various sizes meaning the father mother and children. Not been forgotten to put the lanterns (TYÔTIN) encontratdos throughout the square, all in area equivalent to a well-wooded block, with a predominance of red and white colors, giving even greater emphasis to a number of monuments and accessories that represent a piece of Japan. 

• -22.12359-51.3860510 Rua Tenente Nicolau Maffei (Street Lieutenant Nicolau Maffei). By political influences, it has been Mantiqueira Street, Washington Luis and President João Pessoa. During the administration of Colonel Marcondes, a project to rename several streets and squares it was presented. Among the changes was the change of name of the Mantiqueira Street to Washington Luis, who was president of the State and candidate for the presidency. But after Washington Luís be deposed, the name was changed to President Joao Pessoa. It was only in 1937 that the street was renamed Lieutenant Nicholas Maffei, who was part of the Constitutionalist army of Presidente Prudente and went forward operations under the command of Colonel Miguel Brisola de Oliveira. He was killed in combat in Ribeirópolis September 22, 1932, hit on the head by a rifle bullet. Maffei was still buried by the enemy itself, which gave him military honors recognizing his bravery. In 1979 it was built "pedestrian street" in the initial five blocks. The Maffei was closed to cars and reformed to facilitate the movement of prudentinos in the city center, and above all, to foster trade. In 2009 the Boardwalk received his first retirement after 30 years, adapting it to the current town planning legislation. 
• -22.125789-51.38216911 Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida (Santuário Diocesano Nossa Senhora de Aparecida), Rua Antônio Lopes Azevedo, 74, ☏ +55 18 3222-4137. In 1922, the religious community of Vila Marcondes started the construction works of his temple. The land had been won from the city colonizer, José Soares Marcondes. The temple has since received the name of Our Lady of Aparecida. That year might just be laid the foundation of this it is today one of the main churches of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Presidente Prudente, built with a central nave and, later, in a modern architectural vision and to the taste of Prudentina Christian community, making attach two more aisles . On June 10, 1988, in the Marian Year, the Diocesan Bishop Dom Augustine Marochi, by Decree 7659 created the Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady Aparecida. 

• -22.11638-51.407611 Prudenshopping, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 2400, ☏ +55 18 2101-9700. M-Sa 10:00-22:00; Su and holidays 14:00-20:00; food court, leisure and entertainment, 11:00-23:00 everyday. Largest center of shopping, leisure and gastronomy of Presidente Prudente and region, Prudenshopping has 220 stores in all industries - a diversity that includes the needs and expectations of customers, who enjoy a large architectural space always updated with beauty, accessibility, security and comfort. Big brands are present in the region through. With such diversity, the mall offers products and services to customers of all ages - from children to those in the 'best age'. Parking at the hotel is paid. 
• -22.13077-51.39022 Parque Shopping Prudente, Rua Siqueira Campos, 1545, ☏ +55 18 3221-8084. M-Sa 10:00-22:00; Su and holidays, 14:00-20:00; food court, leisure and entertainment, 11:00-22:00 everyday. Present in the city everyday since 1986, Prudente Parque Shopping is the first mall in the city of Presidente Prudente. Consolidated with success for over two decades in the West Paulista, it has a privileged location, a very few meters from ground zero, City Hall, Santa Casa, the Poupatempo, Highway and other major public and private institutions of Presidente Prudente. The Prudente Parque Shopping offers a varied mix of stores, mall of services, with graphic, Lottery and ATMs. Shopping also offers an excellent food court with restaurants, coffee shops, fast food, coffee shops and ice cream parlors, with options for every taste. Parking at the establishment is charged. 
• -22.121272-51.4191213 Euromarket, Rua Dr. Cyro Bueno, 555, sac@euromarket.net.br. Shopping complex facing the cuisine, similar to municipal markets of large shopping centers, with the difference of having a mix of stores and service providers in one place. It has a good location near the Raposo Tavares highway, with parking spaces and the European style as inspiration for decorating their environments. 

Presidente Prudente is a full plate for anyone visiting. It is not difficult to find bars, restaurants, tapas bars, pizzerias, pubs, snack bars, has it all! Just do not eat who does not want.

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Who has little money the city offers everything from large networks of restaurants, fast food, offering affordable, to snack bars with simple snacks.

• -22.13432-51.4028251 Bett's Burger, Rua José Feliciano de Campos, 176, ☏ +55 18 3908 1150. One of the most famous snacks of the city, Bett's Burger offers the typical prudentino snack, on a hamburger bun with various fillings in a relaxed and very familiar environment. 
• -22.129639-51.3987322 Casa do Crepe, Avenida da Saudade, 444, ☏ +55 18 3928 1043. The House of Crepe is one of the most popular spots in town. The famous crepe brings different savory and sweet flavors, and something quite familiar, even on the menu. 
• -22.118252-51.3802413 Empório do Pão, Rua José Claro, 188, ☏ +55 18 3223 9646. Bakery with sweet and savory products. 
• -22.143101-51.3940844 Panificadora Formosa, Avenida Brasil, 2860, ☏ +55 18 3223 2188. Bakery. 
• -22.12232-51.3887765 Sodiê Doces, Rua Tenente Nicolau Maffei, 634, ☏ +55 18 3221 4810. Bakery. 
• -22.123279-51.386556 Tio Patinhas (Uncle Scrooge) (no Calçadão da Maffei com Rua Siqueira Campos), ☏ +55 18 3223 5464. The oldest and most traditional diner in town, are over 60 years serving generations that pass through the boardwalk Prudente. Make sure you try the chicken drumstick Uncle Scrooge. 

• -22.12658-51.42551 Hotel Gralha Azul, Avenida Antônio Canhetti, 901, ☏ +55 18 3918-7000, reservas@hotelgralhaazul.com.br. Business hotel with conference and event rooms, free parking and Wi-Fi. Breakfast included in the rates. 24h reception. Laundry service. Excellent quality and receptivity. 

• -22.12649-51.428252 Godoy Palace Hotel, Avenida Antônio Manzano, 38, ☏ +55 18 3906-9900, reserva@godoypalacehotel.com.br. 42 luxury rooms, a/c, breakfast included in the rates. In an easily accessible location the hotel provides one of the best views in town. R$280. 

• -22.11838-51.403153 ibis Presidente Prudente Manoel Goulart, Avenida Manoel Goulart, 2070, ☏ +55 18 3355-6363, H7135-RE@ACCOR.COM.BR. Mid-range hotel, part of the global Accor Hotels chain. Rooms have A/C, minibar, tv, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a bar. R$260. 

• -22.137754-51.3965324 Muchiutt Park Hotel, Avenida Coronel Marcondes, 3187, ☏ +55 18 3918-1644, hotel@muchiutt.com.br. Private parking and Wi-Fi, breakfast included in the rates, private bathrooms. Receptivity and quality are the strong Muchiutt with easy location is 6 minutes from downtown. R$230. 

• -22.132298-51.3878595 ibis Styles Presidente Prudente Portal D'Oeste, Avenida Brasil, 1501, ☏ +55 18 2101-0000, HC0S2-re@accor.com. Mid-range hotel, part of the French global chain. Tv, private bathroom, mini-fridge in the rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, pool and six conference rooms. R$230. 

• -22.121231-51.3875216 Aruá Hotel, Avenida Coronel Marcondes, 1111, ☏ +55 18 2101-4666. The hotel has valet parking, 24h reception, a gym and sauna area and an outdoor pool and terrace area. All rooms have private bathroom and cable tv. R$330. 

• -22.123955-51.3873387 Brasão Palace Hotel, Rua Barão do Rio Branco, 454, ☏ +55 18 3221-3422, info@brasaohotel.com.br. Established in 1966, but modernized over time. Private parking, free Wi-Fi, breakfast included in rates, air-conditioning, cable tv in rooms. There's also a conference room. In central of Presidente Prudente, near the boardwalk, banking agencies and the city's best restaurants. R$260. 

Prudente is like other cities in Brazil, there are points of greatest risk, safer ones. The city does not have pockets of poverty, and slums in uneven areas. There are so poor neighborhoods, distant and more prone to drug trafficking and crimes, but the city, luckily and public security actions, does not have major points of intorpecentes consumption. However the locals consider the relatively quiet town.

The region has a lot of prisons, especially since the closure of the Carandiru Prison in the capital in 2002. Over the years the city became an important center for monitoring and Civil Police Military Intelligence and the State of São Paulo, since the major heads of criminal organizations are in Region prisons.

The traveler should be aware in remote places, especially at night. Stay in well-lit and busy places. Avoid walking after 23:00 on weekdays, in Downtown and Parque do Povo area. Use only in case of necessity the public toilets in the evening Parque do Povo, as these sites become places of prostitution and drug users. Another point to be avoided is the region comprising the Bus Station and Urban Terminal as it is a place of prostitution and customarily occur armed robbery.

Taking the necessary precautions tourists will always be safe in the city. If you need to contact the local police for points-to-face and telephone service in addition to the "190" of the PM.

• -22.121032-51.3889639 Delegacia de Polícia Militar em Presidente Prudente (Military Police in Presidente Prudente), Rua Doutor Gurgel, 684 (200 meters from San Sebastian Cathedral), ☏ +55 18 3222 0043. 
• -22.120873-51.38930210 Delegacia de Policia Civil em Presidente Prudente (Civil Police in Presidente Prudente), Rua Doutor Gurgel, 720 (next to the police station military police in Presidente Prudente), ☏ +55 18 3223 7180. 

• Presidente Epitácio It is one of the tourist resorts of the West Paulista, busy mainly in the carnival, with parades of the city's samba schools on the banks of the Paraná River, the Figueiral. The city was elected with by the most beautiful sunset in Brazil ( Distance: 55.92 mi (89.99 km) by SP 270 - Raposo Tavares )
• Londrina It is the second largest city in the state of Paraná, one of the most important urban centers in southern Brazil. There is a strong link between educational and commercial Prudente and Londrina, with a significant flow of people between cities. ( Distance: 102.52 mi (164.99 km) by the SP 270 - Raposo Tavares, SP 483 - José Batista de Souza, SP 421 - Jorge Bassil Dower and highways of Paraná )
• Araçatuba, the second largest city in the West Paulista, is known nationally as the Live Cattle Capital. ( Distance: 102.52 mi (164.99 km) by the SP 425 - Assis Chateaubriand, SP 461 and SP 463 )
• Maringá one of the few planned garden cities of Brazil. Wooded and a model of urbanism and security. ( Distance: 107.49 mi (172.99 km) by the SP 425 - Assis Chateaubriand and PR 317 - Deputado Sílvio Barros )
• Marília , known as the National Food Capital, is one of the major cities closest to PP. ( Distance: 122.41 mi (197.00 km) by the SP 270 - Raposo Tavares and SP 333 - Rachid Rayes )