Annapolis is a city in the central region of the state of Goiás. It is halfway between Goiania and Brasilia. If we consider that Goiânia and appeared they are only one city, Anapolis is the second largest in the state; if we consider it not, it is the third.
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History
Most historians from Goiás recognize the beginning of the city's history with the accounts of the French traveler Auguste de Saint-Hillare, in the year 1819. The traveler quoted Marshal Raimundo de Cunha Matos, until then owner of Fazenda das Antas, which extended over almost the entire area where the municipality of Anápolis is located today.
Around 1850, the region began to be populated. Thus, a small village is formed on the banks of the Capuava Stream. According to reliable historical sources, in 1859 a woman named Ana das Dores was crossing the region with the image of Santa Ana on the back of one of her troop's horses. The animal that carried the image was lost, and the muleteers were unable to lift the image from the ground. Ana das Dores acknowledged that the saint wanted to remain in the place and promised to give it to the first Catholic temple to be built in the region.
Ten years pass and Gomes de Sousa Ramos, son of Ana das Dores, moves to the village and builds the Cathedral of Santana das Antas. In 1882, Prof. José da Silva Batista, who had been designated by the provincial government to manage the village. After many discussions with the government of Pirenópolis, the village was emancipated on July 31, 1907 through decree 320 signed by Miguel Rocha Lima, president of Goiás. On this date the city was renamed "Anápolis", which means City of Ana, a tribute to the religious Ana das Dores and to Santa Ana, the city's patron saint.
Currently, at 105 years old, the city has approximately 340 thousand inhabitants, making it the 3rd largest city in the state. The city is nationally recognized by the Brazilian Air Force Air Base, the Agro-industrial District (DAIA), the dry port and the North-South Railway. Known as the economic capital of Goiás, Anápolis attracts many investors. Executive tourism was the fastest growing in the last 20 years.
Electricity
Only one type of voltage is used in Anapolis: 220V with alternating current of 60 Hz. Check the voltage switch before connecting any device that is not bivolt. The distribution of electricity is made by CELG (Companhia Elétrica de Goiás). The city has excellent electrical service.
Climate
The predominant climate in Anapolis is tropical with a dry season, with an annual average temperature of 21°C, below the national average. The hottest period is between August and October, the coldest period is between May and July. The rainy period is between October and April, the dry period is between July and September.
To arrive
By airplane
Anápolis has a small airport that receives small planes. The track is paved and has 1842 meters. There is an Infraero project to build a large passenger terminal by 2025.
Anapolis Airport is located on Avenida Francisco Valois.
By car
From Brasília, head to Goiânia, and vice versa. Anápolis is geographically closer to Goiânia, but philosophically it is the central point of the road.
By bus
The city has a good bus station that receives buses from several other cities in the country. It has snack bars, newsstands, tobacconists, luggage storage and other services. It is located on Avenida Brasil-Norte.
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By car
Anápolis is already experiencing big city problems. Traffic jams are common at peak times, especially in the central region of Avenida Brasil. Car rental can be a good option, especially if you are going to spend more time in the city. Taxis pay to some extent, traffic jams can increase the price of a taxi.
The city is well signposted. It's relatively easy to get around the city.
Taxi Cooperatives of Anapolis:
- Taxi stop 20 - 55 62 3324-3678.
- Taxi stop 25 - 55 62 3324-3000.
- VIP Taxi Radio - 55 62 3313-6666.
- Central Taxi Point - 55 62 3324-0389.
By bus
Public transport in the city is very reasonable. The fleet is new and there are many lines. The ticket price is R$ 2.20. The operating company is TCA - Transportes Coletivos de Anápolis.
By bike
It is not recommended to use the bicycle as a means of transport. There are only bike paths in public parks and green areas.
Look
- Brazilian Air Force Air Base
- Cathedral of Annapolis
- Jonas Duarte Stadium
- Hyundai Factory
Buy
In front of the factory, there are street vendors selling homemade cheeses, pickled pepper, fruit, etc.
With the
- Pizzeria di Roma - Rua Senador Sócrates, nº 104, Central Sector. Telephone: 55 62 3311-7375.
- Mc Donald's - Avenida Brasil, nº 390, Central Sector. Telephone: 55 62 3098-3963.
drink and go out
sleep
Daily
Consulates
- Syrian Honorary Consulate - Rua Joaquim Inácio, nº 11 - Centro, Anápolis - GO. Telephone: 55 62 3324-0307.
- Honorary Consulate of Turkey - Avenida Brasil, nº 495, Bairro Santana, Anápolis - GO. Telephone: 55 62 3311-2211.
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