Santa Catarina tourism highlights rural traditions and cultural history

The state of Santa Catarina, Brazil, offers diverse tourism experiences ranging from the rural traditions of the Serra Catarinense to the cultural and natural landscapes of Chapecó.

In the Serra Catarinense region, the Boqueirão Hotel Fazenda preserves local customs through its integration of hospitality and active farming. The property, which has been in the same family since 1896, maintains traditions such as ‘café camargo’—a mixture of strong black coffee and freshly milked warm milk—and the preparation of ‘costela campeira’ (traditional beef ribs) over an open fire. The farm also engages in the cultivation of soy, wheat, and corn, alongside the breeding of Brangus cattle and Crioulo horses.

Chapecó serves as a multifaceted destination combining business, religious, and rural tourism. The city features historical and cultural sites like the Museu de História e Arte de Chapecó, which houses ethnographic and archaeological records related to the Kaingang and Guarani Mbya peoples. Visitors can also explore natural attractions, including waterfalls, trails like the Trilha do Pitoco, and urban leisure spaces such as Praça Coronel Bertaso.