Brazilian F1 Grand Prix

Brazil F1 Grand Prix Tour Hotel

SAO PAULO INFO

Home to 20 million proud residents, São Paulo is one of the world’s largest cities, and as Brazil’s financial centre, it’s also one of Latin America’s biggest hubs. With iconic monuments, a thriving arts scene and lively nightlife, it’s no wonder that ‘Sampa’ draws in the crowds, and you’ll be hard-pressed to not succumb to its charms.

Where São Paulo really comes into its own is in its vibrant and diverse nightlife scene. The bohemian Vila Madalena neighbourhood – often referred to as ‘Vila’ – is brimming with laid-back bars. In contrast, the warehouses and railway arches of the up-and-coming Barra Funda are home to some of the city’s coolest electronic and hip-hop clubs. If you’re in the mood to dance, head to Vila do Samba or Traço de União – two famous samba houses in the city.

With over 12,000 restaurants serving cuisines from all over the world, São Paulo is a foodie’s paradise. From Michelin-starred restaurants to roadside eateries, there’s plenty to sink your teeth into. Local delicacies found here include ‘coxinhas’ or deep-fried chicken dumplings and ‘bacalhau’ – fritters made from mashed potatoes, salted cod, eggs, parsley and onion.

There’s ample to see and do while you’re here. For architecture, head to the towering neo-Gothic cathedral or the Pinacoteca de São Paulo – one of Brazil’s most important art museums.

CIRCUIT

The Autódromo José Carlos Pace, better known as Autódromo de Interlagos or simply Interlagos, is a 4.309 km (2.677 mi) motorsport circuit located in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. It was inaugurated on 12 May 1940, by the federal intervener of the São Paulo province, Adhemar de Barros. The traditional name of the circuit and of the neighborhood itself comes from the fact that it is located in a region between two large artificial lakes, Guarapiranga and Billings, which were built in the beginning of the 20th century to supply the city with water and electricity. In 1985, the circuit was renamed to honor the Formula 1 driver José Carlos Pace, who died in a plane crash in 1977. Attached to its facilities there is a kart circuit named after Ayrton Senna. The circuit runs counterclockwise.

It is internationally known for hosting the Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix stage and the Lollapalooza music festival. It has hosted the Formula One Brazilian Grand Prix since 1973. It also hosted the Brazilian motorcycle Grand Prix in 1992, the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft in 1996, the FIA GT1 World Championship in 2010, and the FIA World Endurance Championship from 2012 to 2014. As the major racetrack in the country it also hosted many previous and active national championships such as Stock Car Brasil, Campeonato Sudamericano de GT, Fórmula Truck, Copa Truck, Formula 3 Sudamericana, Brazilian Formula Three Championship, and Mil Milhas Brasil. In addition, the Prova Ciclística 9 de Julho road cycling race was held at the venue from 2002 to 2006 and from 2008 to 2013.