Edifício Itália (
Portuguese for "Italy Building") (whose official name is Circolo Italiano) is a tall 46-story skyscraper located in the
República district,
Central Zone of
São Paulo
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,
Brazil
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. Built from 1956 to 1965, it has a rooftop observation deck, open for tourists.
Edifício Itália was designed by Brazilian architect
Franz Heep.
It is the 4th tallest building in São Paulo.
Design and facilities
The building's
facade was designed to create natural ventilation and stable internal air while protecting tenants from the direct sunlight.
Terraço Itália Restaurant
Inaugurated on 29 September 1967, the Terraço Itália Restaurant is one of the best known restaurants in the city, located at the 41st floor, with wide views to the city's southern zone. In 1968, the restaurant was visited by
Queen Elizabeth II
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.
The Bar do Terraço is a bar with live music located on the 42nd floor. It faces the northern zone of the city and the
Serra da Cantareira. It has access to the terrace, the building's observatory.
Sala São Paulo
The Sala São Paulo is a famous room for corporate and social events located in the 41st floor.
See also
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List of tallest buildings in São Paulo
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List of tallest buildings in Brazil
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List of tallest buildings in South America
References
External links
Terraço ItáliaSkyscraper Page*
Central Zone of São Paulo
Skyscrapers in São Paulo
Buildings and structures completed in 1965
Tourist attractions in São Paulo
Skyscrapers in Brazil
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