Florianopolis. Brazil. 4K Walk. Floripa. Santa Catarina

Florianopolis was named by the Brazilian weekly magazine Veja "the best place to live in Brazil," so there is nothing more natural than for tourists to want to get to know it too. And they will. Florianópolis is an increasingly popular destination because of its perfect beaches, excellent surfing, delicious seafood, and the combination of a modern big city with 16th century colonial fortifications with quiet markets and parks. Another important point in the local economic development is the technological pole of Florianópolis. The city has been consolidating itself on the national and international scene as a hub for technology-based companies. The capital of Santa Catarina has around 600 software, hardware, and technology service companies, which generate around 5 thousand direct jobs. Mariculture is also configured as an important economic activity in the city. Currently, the city is one of the largest producers of oysters in Brazil, generating income for several families through direct and indirect jobs, and increasing the annual revenue of the capital with the cultivation of mollusks. The highlight of Florianópolis' industrial branch is in the so-called Greater Florianópolis Region. Neighboring cities like Palhoça, Biguaçú and São José concentrate large companies and offer the necessary structure for the creation of industrial districts.