Subprefecture of Parelheiros

Summary

The Subprefecture of Parelheiros is one of 32 subprefectures of the city of São Paulo, Brazil. It comprises two districts: Parelheiros and Marsilac.[1]

Subprefecture of Parelheiros
Location of the Subprefecture of Parelheiros in São Paulo
Location of the Subprefecture of Parelheiros in São Paulo
Location of municipality of São Paulo within the State of São Paulo
Location of municipality of São Paulo within the State of São Paulo
Country Brazil
RegionSoutheast
State São Paulo
Municipality São Paulo
Administrative ZoneSouth
DistrictsParelheiros, Marsilac
Government
 • TypeSubprefecture
 • SubprefectNoel Miranda Castro
Area
 • Total360.6 km2 (139.2 sq mi)
Population
 (2005)
 • Total148,239
WebsiteSubprefecture of Parelheiros (Portuguese)

It's the southernmost, least populated and poorest borough of São Paulo. Most of its area is rural, covered by parts of the Atlantic Rainforest.

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References edit

  1. ^ Official Subprefecture Website (Portuguese)

External links edit

  • Subprefecture of Parelheiros
  • Roman Catholic Diocese of Santo Amaro
  • Official page of the São Paulo Metropolitan Trains Company

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