at a glance

the region is also known for its local hospital, são francisco de assis, inaugurated by pope francisco in his 2013 visit to brazil. the hospital now has a special rehabilitation section reserved for those addicted to substances.

the traditional colegio marista são jose and the montanha clube are both included in the list of well-known landmarks in this charming neighborhood. the locale also was the site of a cigar factory for souza cruz until the late nineties, when a supermarket replaced the building.

usina is an important transfer station for for various bus lines, at the end of the neighorhood, including 220, 229, 415, and 426, among others. finally, the bar so kana and the otto bar and restaurante are two options for food and drink that come highly recommended by locals and tourists visiting the neighborhood.