Have you ever thought of visiting a town where all you hear is the sound of the water fountain in the central square and the singing of birds? Patrocínio Paulista surpasses any expectation of a country town. There, the nights are always silent, tranquil and you can only hear the crickets chirping.
While the so-called “sleep tourism” is becoming an increasingly strong trend among world travelers, this municipality can stand out as an ideal destination for the practice, which aims to improve the quality of rest.
What makes Patrocínio Paulista the quietest city in Brazil?
Contrary to what many people think, this municipality does not have any legislation of its own that differs from other cities. But there, the public administration follows the ‘Silence Law’ to the letter and the sound limit allowed in residential and commercial areas is 55 decibels, the equivalent of a friendly conversation.
In addition, the town has around 14,000 inhabitants who contribute to keeping the area quiet. At weekends, young people gather in the central square to chat, but there are no loudspeakers at maximum volume, as this can result in fines. For this reason, Patrocínio Paulista is considered the quietest city in Brazil.
What to do there?
Located about 400 km from the capital, Patrocínio Paulista is a great choice of destination for those who enjoy ecotourism and, of course, silence. The town’s main attraction is Fazenda Santa Cecília, where visitors can go hiking, meet the animals that live there, go canoeing and even go camping.
Another popular spot for those passing through Patrocínio Paulista is the Cachoeira do Guido, with a waterfall 30 meters high and occasionally used for abseiling.
Finally, don’t think that Brazil’s quietest town isn’t trendy! As well as being part of the Rota da Fé, in July the town holds the Festa do Peão, with a rodeo and concerts by country singers.
