Paranavaí is a
municipality in the state of
Paraná in Brazil that was founded on December 14, 1952. Paranavaí is located in a rich Northwest part of the state of
Paraná and has a population of 88,922 (IBGE, 2020). It constitutes a medium regional centre whose main activities include commerce, services, and agro-industries (
cassava flour, chicken, orange). In addition, Paranavaí has some higher education institutions, which include the State College of Education, Science and Letters (FAFIPA-
Unespar). Paranavaí is also known for its only professional soccer team, the
Atlético Clube Paranavaí - ACP (
Paraná State Championship
Campeonato Paranaense, which has been contested since 1915, is the top-flight football league of the state of Paraná, Brazil.
Format
The format has changed in 2014. 12 teams are together in a single group. They play against each other once, a ...
runner-up in 2003 and champion in 2007), and for the Music and Poetry Festival, held every year, which attracts artistic talents from all parts of Brazil.
Paranavaí is served by
Edu Chaves Airport.
Notable people
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Miranda Football player
References
Populated places established in 1952
1952 establishments in Brazil
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