With just 28,000 inhabitants, Casa Branca is known as the jaboticaba capital of São Paulo! So if you’re the type who loves to taste the fruit picked straight from the tree, this is a destination that needs to be on your itinerary.
The city has an impressive production: there are more than 21,000 jabuticaba trees and more than 100 varieties of the fruit scattered around the local farms. Can you imagine the perfume and color that take over the town at this time of year? Casa Branca is a purple paradise.
What to do in Casa Branca?
Since 2013, the town has officially held the title of State Capital of the Jabuticaba. And no wonder: every year, between September and November, the Jabuticaba Gastronomic Festival takes place, transforming the town into a veritable open-air banquet. During the event, you can visit producing farms, taste recipes from jams and liqueurs to risottos and caipirinhas, and take part in cultural and musical activities.
But the charm of Casa Branca goes beyond the jabuticabas! Religious tourism is one of the region’s strong points, especially the Nossa Senhora do Desterro Sanctuary and the Nossa Senhora das Dores Mother Church, which enchant visitors with their architecture and faith. Nature lovers, on the other hand, can enjoy the Horto Florestal de Casa Branca, ideal for a peaceful stroll amidst the greenery.
Visit the Jabuticaba Capital
Casa Branca is located about 3h40 from the capital of São Paulo, and the best time to visit is during the festival, when the town decorates itself and breathes jabuticaba into every corner. A sweet, welcoming destination full of stories, perfect for those who want to experience the flavor of the interior of São Paulo!
