Antonina
State of Parana · Brazil
You will have a scenic tour of the city of Antonina, usually with a stop at the Bananina banana candy factory and the historic center of Antonina to explore.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Antonina, one of the oldest cities in the state of Paraná, founded in the 18th century. Situated at the innermost point of the Bay of Paranaguá, this town was once a bustling commercial hub, the primary outlet for the…
Listen in the app2The Port of Antonina and the Waterfront Pier
We begin our walk at the waterfront, near the main pier. This was once the economic engine of Antonina. …
Listen in the app3The Church of Our Lady of the Pillar — Ma-trees dah Pee-lahr
Standing on the highest point in the city center is the Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora do Pilar. Built in 1714, it is a testament to the early religious devotion of the settlers. …
Listen in the app4The Municipal Theater — Teh-ah-troh Moo-nee-see-pahl
A few blocks away, we find the Teatro Municipal de Antonina. This elegant building is a symbol of the city's golden age in the late 19th century, when the wealth from the mate trade supported a vibrant cultural scene. …
Listen in the app5The Ruined Splendor of the Warehouse District
Moving toward the industrial outskirts of the center, we enter the district of the old warehouses and the ruins of the yerba mate processing plants. This area is a dream for lovers of industrial archaeology. …
Listen in the app6The Tradition of Barreado — Bah-hee-ah-doh
No visit to Antonina is complete without experiencing its culinary soul: the Barreado. While shared with Morretes, the Barreado in Antonina has its own dedicated following. …
Listen in the app7The Artisanal Banana Producers
As you wander the backstreets of Antonina, you will likely encounter the sweet scent of cooking fruit. Antonina is famous for its artisanal banana products, particularly 'Bala de Banana' (banana candy). …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our walk through Antonina, we return to the waterfront, where the bay remains as calm as it was when the first Azorean settlers arrived. Antonina is a city of layers—of indigenous roots, colonial ambition,…
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What is Antonina?
Antonina is a place in State of Parana · Brazil with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | State of Parana · Brazil |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -25.4286, -48.7119 |
| Last updated |