Santa Cruz Do Sul: Holy Cross Town of Brazil
Santa Cruz Do Sul, Brazil is situated in Rio Grande do Sul. It is in the southern part of Brazil. The town is a thousand miles away from the capital town of Sao Paulo. Santa Cruz means holy cross. The history of the town started in 1849 when German immigration started to fill the town. Today, there are a lot of Germans in the countryside area. Compared to other towns in Brazil, the city is quite different. During the turn of the century, it is an interesting mixture of German and Spanish cultures. The main economic activity is tobacco production.
Best Time to Visit
October is the busiest time for Santa Cruz. The Oktoberfest is the much-awaited event in town. This 10-day event means fully booked Santa Cruz Do Sul hotels. This dancing and beer drinking festival attract a lot of people. Enart is a music and dance festival happening in November.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Santa Cruz is known for its churches like the Catedral de São João Batista. For those who love history, the Colegio Maua Museum is worth visiting. There are tourists who love adventure, the Santa Cruz do Sul International Racetrack is located at the center of the town. Hotel Águas Claras Higienópolis is a 4-star polished hotel near country club and church. It features minibars and flat-screen television. There are rooms with balconies that have panoramic views of the countryside. Soder Hotel is a 3-star hotel with kitchenette and tubs. Hotel Valler is a casual hotel that has a restaurant that offers Brazilian and Italian cuisine.