Introducing Mystery Class # 8 Sao Paulo, Brazil 23.53 S, 46.61 W pupils in the laboratory of computer science Greetings from São Paulo, Brazil! We are students at Escola Paulista. Our teacher is Mr. Flavia Cerri. Center of São Paulo We have been involved in several Internet projects, and invite you to visit our school: Escola Paulista São Paulo with a population of 17 million people is the biggest city in South America, and one of the largest in the world. We call ourselves, "Paulistanos", or the people of São Paulo. Being so large, São Paulo can be an intimidating place, but if you like big cities, it offers the excitement and attractions of one of the world's most dynamic. Museu de Arte de São Paulo São Paulo has many famous theaters and museums. TheMuseu de Arte de São Paulo is one of the most important art museums in Latin America. Its building of modern architecture has paintings of great artists from all over the world. Works by Bosch, Rembrant, Poussin, Van Gogh, Renoir, Degas and other great names. The Municipal Theater of our city was inspired by the opera house of Paris. Constructed between 1903 and 1911, the building has Municipal theater been recently restored and maintains many of its original characteristics. The theater is the home for the Municipal Symphonic Orchestra, and the Ballet of São Paulo City. Though São Paulo is not located on the ocean, the Atlantic is only 30km away. Here you will find some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. One of prettiest beaches in our state The Capital of our county is many kilometers away in the city of Brasília. A modern city, it was built in an incredible three years (1957-60) by millions of people working around the clock. Brazil is the largest country in South America. Here are some interesting facts about our country: Full country name: Federative Republic of Brazil Area: 8,511,965 sq km (3,319,666 sq mi) Population: 158.7 million Brasília, the capital of Brazil Capital city: Brasilia People: 55% European descent, 38% mulatto, 6% African descent Language: Portuguese Religion: 90% Roman Catholic Government: Federal republic President: Fernando Henrique Cardoso We are pleased to be a part of the Mystery Class Project, and look forward to hearing from you. You can write us at: ep@escolapaulista.com.br or Escola Paulista Av. Ataliba Leonel, 4129 CEP 02242-002 - São Paulo - SP, BRAZIL Back To Today's Report Copyright 1999 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Please send all questions, comments, and suggestions to our feedback form